Public Opinion.—“It is an example of a pure and beautiful style of literature.”
Spectator.—“A delightful book.… Twenty-five illustrations by John Jellicoe and Herbert Railton show off the book to the best advantage.”
Graphic.—“A picture, not merely of great charm, but of infinite value in helping the many to understand a famous Englishman and the times in which he lived.”
Literary World.—“A charming reprint.… Every feature of the pictorial work is in keeping with the spirit of the whole.”
Scotsman.—“This clever work of the historical imagination has gone through several editions, and is one of the most successful artistic creations of its kind.”
Glasgow Herald.—“An extremely beautiful reprint of the late Miss Manning’s quaint and charming work.”
Sketch.—“In the front rank of the gift-books of the season is this beautiful and very cleverly illustrated reprint of a work which has lasting claims to popularity.”
Magazine of Art.—“The grace and beauty of the late Miss Manning’s charming work, ‘The Household of Sir Thomas More,’ has been greatly enhanced by the new edition now put forth by Mr. John C. Nimmo.… This remarkable work is not to be read without keen delight.”
Academy.—“It is illustrated cleverly and prettily, and tastefully bound, so as to make an attractive gift-book.”