A story of the historic siege of Leyden, in which the young heroine and her brave brother play a significant part. The raising of the siege, the breaking of the dikes, and the sailing of the Dutch warships are graphically depicted.
Judy. By Temple Bailey.
The story of a little girl who develops from a spoiled child into a happy and good-natured one.
Lass of the Silver Sword, The. By Mary Constance Du Bois.
A very entertaining school story. The “Silver Sword” is a society formed by the girls, the object of which is to engender feelings of love and kindness.
League of the Signet-Ring, The. By Mary Constance Du Bois.
A sequel to “The Lass of the Silver Sword.” The story begins with a happy house-party at Wyndgarth; then there is fun and adventure in the Adirondacks, and a happy ending in the country home where the story opens. These two books teach lessons of love and loyalty.
Little Colonel Series, The. By Annie Fellows Johnston. 10 to 14.
1. Little Colonel Stories, The. Contains “The Little Colonel,” “Gate of the Giant Scissors,” “Two Little Knights of Kentucky.” 2. Little Colonel’s House-Party, The. 3. Little Colonel’s Holidays, The. 4. Little Colonel’s Hero, The.
These are among the most popular stories for girls published. “The Little Colonel” is a thoroughbred, the stories are wholesome, and the tone high.