[*] “Whatever may be thought of the truth of this style of biographical writing, it must be admitted that Mr. Birrell is master of its art, and that when provided with a favorable opportunity he is at least invariably entertaining.” Wm. A. Bradley.
| + | N. Y. Times. 10: 842. D. 2, ‘05. 3010w. |
[*] “A study which is not so much a biography as a contribution to the history of English politics and literature. As such it deserves a cordial greeting, for it is scholarly and sound.”
| + + | Outlook. 81: 714. N. 2, ‘05. 260w. |
[*] “A pleasant ramble with an intelligent and illuminating guide through a time of great interest.”
| + | Pub. Opin. 34: 765. D. 9, ‘05. 170w. |
Bismarck-Schonhausen, Otto Eduard Leopold von. Bismarck’s speeches and letters; by Herman Schoenfeld. [*]$1.50. Appleton.
A worthy addition to historical literature. The introduction is a biography and a philosophic interpretation of the character of Bismarck, and is supplemented by a chronology and a bibliography. The book is indispensable to the study of contemporary history as affected by Germany, but especially to the study of the unification of Germany itself, an accomplishment due, in most part, to Bismarck’s genius. Much has been learned about Bismarck’s personality thru the various biographies by Lowe, Headlam, Stearns, and Jacks by M. Adler, by Herr Busch, thru Mr. Ford’s edition of “The correspondence of William and Bismarck.” and thru Bismarck’s own “Reflections and reminiscences,” above all thru his “Love letters,” but no one serves to sum up Bismarck’s life work as does Schoenfeld’s.
| + + | Outlook. 79: 448. F. 18, ‘05. 190w. |
[*] Blackmar, Frank Wilson. Elements of sociology. [*]$1.25. Macmillan.