An interesting story for young people, showing by the narrative of the vicissitudes and struggles of a family which has "come down in the world," and of the brave endeavours of its two younger members, how the pressure of adversity is mitigated by domestic affection, mutual confidence, and hopeful honest effort.
"A pretty story, and well told. The plot is cleverly constructed, and the moral is excellent."—Athenæum.
"A charming story, admirably adapted for young people."—Society.
BY MRS. EMMA RAYMOND PITMAN.
"Mrs. Pitman's works are all to be prized for their ennobling character—pure, elevating, interesting, and intellectual."—Christian Union.
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A Tale for Boys. By Mrs. E. R. Pitman. With 4 full-page Illustrations in black and tint. Crown 8vo, cloth extra, 3s. 6d.
This is a tale showing by incidents from life the wide difference between the honourable, upright youth, and one who is clever and cunning, but dishonest.
"This book is of unusual merit. It breathes out good thoughts in earnest and true tones that speak to the heart, with that force which a story does when well told. It would grace any child's library."—Schoolmistress.