In this column of "Guides" are placed books that will be useful in arriving at a fuller knowledge of literature and authors, in determining what to read, and in our own literary efforts.
[293] "What to Read on the Subject of Reading," by William E. Foster, Librarian of the Providence Public Library. Every one who is interested in books should keep an eye on this thorough and enthusiastic worker, and take advantage of the information he lavishes in his bulletins.
[294] The "Pall Mall Extra," containing Sir John Lubbock's "List of the Best Hundred Books," and letters from many distinguished men.
[295] English Literature.
[296] English Literature.
[297] "English Literature." The most philosophic work on the subject; but it is difficult, and requires a previous knowledge of the principal English authors.
[298] Handbook of Universal Literature.
[299] Dictionary of Authors.
[300] Bartlett's "Familiar Quotations" is one of the most famous and valuable of books.
[301] "Edge-Tools of Speech." Brief quotations arranged under heads such as Books, Government, Love, etc.