In the Days of the Comet. By H. G. WELLS. 1 vol.—3927.
This work is a new study of the future and of “things as they should be,” in the style of Jules Verne, by which most of Mr. Wells’s popular books are characterised.
Sophy of Kravonia. By ANTHONY HOPE. 2 v.—3928/29.
Though the State of Kravonia be not found on any map, the lovers of Mr. Hope’s romances will find very real the characters in this new tale of love, intrigue, and high politics.
The Youngest Miss Mowbray. By B. M. CROKER. 1 vol.—3930.
In this new novel of modern English life Mrs. Croker gives us another version of the old and much-loved story of Cinderella. The fairy godmother steps in at the right moment, and all ends happily.
Chippinge. By STANLEY J. WEYMAN. 2 vols.—3931/32.
A trenchant and realistic description of the state of England during the passing of the Reform Bill, into which an exceedingly pretty romance is interwoven.
Rezánov. By GERTRUDE FRANKLIN ATHERTON. 1 vol.—3933.
A story of old Californian days, a theme of which this popular authoress has a right to speak. High politics and history here also play their part.