We have already given an extended notice of the previous volumes of this work, and we now simply repeat the judgment previously expressed. It is the most complete, and, in many respects, [pg 432] it is the best history of Greece yet placed within the reach of the English reader.
Glory and Sorrow; and Selim, Pasha of Salonica. Translated from the French by P. S. New York: The Catholic Publication Society. 1874.
Here are more stories for premiums. While the didactic purpose is not lost sight of, the narratives are sufficiently enlivened to hold the reader's attention throughout. In the first tale the young student is warned against the consequences of an excessive ambition for wealth and power; and contentment with his position in life is inculcated as a necessary condition of happiness. Selim is a tale of the wars between the Christians and Turks in the East.
Catherine Hamilton. A Tale for Little Girls. By M. F. S. New York: The Catholic Publication Society. 1874.
We have no doubt this will prove a very attractive book to the little folks, and would be glad to see it widely circulated among them.
May Papers. By Edward Ignatius Purbrick, S.J. London: Burns & Oates. 1874. (New York: Sold by The Catholic Publication Society.)
This pretty book, just received in this country, was prepared originally for the use of the boys at Stonyhurst College. It is the first attempt, we believe, in English to adapt the instructions for the month particularly to young people, and we therefore think it worthy of special mention.
A Criticism.
Lafayette, Ind., April 21, 1874.