By Grace E. Ward. With eight pictures in color and numerous illustrations in the text from pen-and-ink drawings by Clara E. Atwood. Small 4to. $1.50.
Seven delightfully fanciful and humorous stories for young readers, told in simple language. They deal with the impossible, and have much harmless fun. Children who love “Alice in Wonderland” will open wide their eyes when they read of the marvellous transformations described.
LITTLE ALMOND BLOSSOMS
By Jessie Juliet Knox. With sixteen illustrations from photographs of Chinese children in California. 12mo. $1.50.
A charming and original book of stories of Chinese boys and girls, by an author who depicts them from life. The scenes are laid principally in “Chinatown,” San Francisco, and the experiences of the little Mongolians will delight all juvenile readers. The books are faithfully illustrated from photographs.
THE ALLEY CAT’S KITTEN
By Caroline M. Fuller. With full-page illustrations by H. C. Ireland and cuts in text by John Huybers. 12mo. $1.50.
The alley cat leaves her kitten at the door of a hospitable house, and it is presented to Eunice in her Christmas stocking. The author has a strong sense of humor, a genuine love for the feline race, and a thorough insight into the child’s love of domestic animals.
THE NURSERY FIRE
By Rosalind Richards. Illustrated with full-page plates and illustrations in the text by Clara E. Atwood. Small 4to. Decorated cloth, $1.50.