"A work of real distinction ... which moves the reader to thought."—The Nation.

Croly—The Promise of American Life

By Herbert Croly

"The most profound and illuminating study of our national conditions which has appeared in many years."—Theodore Roosevelt.

Devine—Misery and Its Causes

By Edward T. Devine

"One rarely comes across a book so rich in every page, yet so sound, so logical, and thorough."—Chicago Tribune.

Earle—Home Life in Colonial Days

By Alice Morse Earle

"A book which throws new light on our early history."