THE WONDER SEEKER;

or, The History of Charles Douglas, by M. F. Tytler, Author of “Tales of the Great and Brave.” With Illustrations by Absolon. Second Edition. Fcap. 8vo. price 4s. 6d. cloth; 5s. 6d. coloured, gilt edges.

“Books such as this are always delightful.”—Athenæum.

“It is precisely the book that town boys would like, because it tells them of the country; and country boys cherish, because it teaches them to enjoy in the country what perhaps they never enjoyed before.”—Art Union.


THE MODERN BRITISH PLUTARCH;

or, Lives of Men distinguished in the Recent History of our Country for their Talents, Virtues, and Achievements. By W. C. Taylor, LL.D., Author of “A Manual of Ancient and Modern History,” &c. 12mo. price 6s. cloth.

“A book which will be welcomed in any circle of intelligent young persons.”—British Quarterly Review.


THE YOUNG LADIES’ READER: