War of 1812 Series
This period is divided into two historical volumes for girls, the one upon the early portion describing the causes, etc., of the war, the latter showing the strife along the Northern border.
A Heroine of 1812
A MARYLAND ROMANCE. 335 pp.
This Maryland romance is of the author's best; strong in historical accuracy and intimate knowledge of the locality. Its characters are of marked individuality, and there are no dull or weak spots in the story.
A MARYLAND ROMANCE. 335 pp.
A Loyal Lass
A STORY OF THE NIAGARA CAMPAIGN OF 1814. 319 pp.
This volume shows the intense feeling that existed all along the border line between the United States and Canada, and as was the case in our Civil War even divided families fought on opposite sides during this contest. It is a sweet and wholesome romance.
A STORY OF THE NIAGARA CAMPAIGN OF 1814. 319 pp.
EACH VOLUME FULLY ILLUSTRATED. Price, $1.50
W. A. WILDE COMPANY,
Boston and Chicago
FAMOUS STORIES FOR GIRLS
By Charlotte M. Vaile
The Orcutt Girls
OR, ONE TERM AT THE ACADEMY. 316 pp.
OR, ONE TERM AT THE ACADEMY. 316 pp.
Sue Orcutt
A SEQUEL TO "THE ORCUTT GIRLS."
335 pp.These companion volumes are among the most popular books for girls which have ever been written concerning school life. In these books Mrs. Vaile depicts that old academic life which used to be so great a feature in the life of New England. Mrs. Vaile shows her intimate knowledge of the subject, and both books are full of incentive and inspiration.
A SEQUEL TO "THE ORCUTT GIRLS."
335 pp.
Wheat and Huckleberries
OR, DR. NORTHMORE'S DAUGHTERS.
336 pp.Another story for girls with the true ring of genuineness, and as the two girls around whom the story centers were born and brought up in the rich farm regions of the Middle West, and then spent their summers in the New England home of their grandfather, the author has been able to weave into her narrative the various peculiarities of both sections.
OR, DR. NORTHMORE'S DAUGHTERS.
336 pp.
Each volume is fully illustrated. Price, $1.50
The M. M. C.
A STORY OF THE GREAT ROCKIES. 232 pp.
The experience of a New England girl in the Colorado mining camp. It shows the pluck of the little school teacher in holding for her friend a promising mining claim which he had secured after years of misfortune in other ventures.
A STORY OF THE GREAT ROCKIES. 232 pp.
Fully illustrated. Price, $1.00
BOOKS BY
Ellen Douglas Deland
Malvern; A Neighborhood Story
341 pp. 12mo. Cloth.
"Malvern" is a story of fine workmanship, sterling sentiments, and more than ordinary caliber. The author is one of the best writers for young people and this is certainly one of her best stories.—The Interior.
341 pp. 12mo. Cloth.
A Successful Venture
340 pp. 12mo. Cloth.
This book, primarily for girls, is lively and full of interest, pure in its tone and free from sensation, and full of many helpful suggestions. It is a story of a family of girls who found it necessary to make their own way in the world. This they did with success.—Boston Transcript.
340 pp. 12mo. Cloth.
Katrina
340 pp. 12mo. Cloth.
"Katrina" is a story which all girl readers would pronounce a capital good one. The heroine's desire to look beyond the horizon of her little village when opportunity presents itself takes her to New York, where she finds new pleasures and experiences. The book is certainly a most wholesome one.—The Bookseller, New York.
340 pp. 12mo. Cloth.
Three Girls of Hazelmere. A Story
360 pp. 12mo. Cloth.
To take a trip abroad with Miss Deland's "Three Girls of Hazelmere" is a treat for any reader, for the author's style is natural, yet remarkably effective, and the interest follows closely to the end of the book.—Bookseller.
360 pp. 12mo. Cloth.
The Friendship of Anne
342 pp. Cloth. 12mo.
This is a book which will appeal to girls and interest them throughout. It is founded on boarding-school life and is full of activity and enthusiasm.—Herald and Presbyter.
342 pp. Cloth. 12mo.
Each Volume Fully Illustrated. Price $1.50 Each.
Transcriber's Note
- [page 313], Repulic changed to Republic (The Battle Hymn of the Republic).
- [page 333], intimat changed to intimate (Mrs. Vaile shows her intimate knowledge of the subject).
- The spelling of Patty-Pan was made consistent.
- Punctuation was corrected without comment.
- Inconsistent hyphenation has been retained.