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Collins, Wilkie.
Cruikshank, George, Jr.
De Mezailles, Jean.
Dickens, Charles.
Drummond, Henry.
Flattery, M. Douglas.
Gardner, W. H.
Graham, Marie.
Hamilton, Sam A.
Hamm, Margherita Arlina.
Hartt, Irene Widdemer.
Howard, Lady Constance.
Jennings, Edwin B.
Johnson, Stanley Edwards.
Jokai, Maurus.
Kaven, E. Thomas.
Kearney, Belle.
Kent, Charles.
Mankowski, Mary D.
Martyn, Carlos.
Miller, Andrew J.
Munn, Charles Clark.
Napoliello, R. R.
Palier, Emile A.
Parkes, Harry.
Pash, Florence.
Rideal, Charles F.
Runyan, N. P.
Scribner, Kimball.
Stevenson, Robert Louis.
Tabor, Edward A.
Tolstoy, Count.
Walker, Jessie A.
Winter, C. Gordon.

ADVERTISING AGENTS’ DIRECTORY, THE.

Arranged alphabetically and in States, including Great Britain and Canada. Nothing of this kind has ever before appeared. All who for any reason wish to know who the advertising agents are and how they may be reached, will find the desired information here. The Directory is brought down strictly to date. Cloth. One Dollar.

AMERICAN ELOQUENCE.

Characteristic Types from Colonial Times to the Present Day. A Text Book of Oratory. By Carlos Martyn.

AMERICAN MEN OF THE TIME.

Being a Dictionary of Biographical Records of Eminent Men of the Day. Revised to date and edited by Charles F. Rideal, Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.

AMERICAN WOMEN OF THE TIME.

Being a Dictionary of Biographical Records of Eminent Living Women. Revised to date and edited by Charles F. Rideal, Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. It is the first time a book of reference of this kind has been compiled in the interests of any women in any country. The efforts of the publishers will be directed towards the end of securing a standard work, founded on reliable data, and which will be a suitable addition to any bookshelf.

CHARLES DICKENS’ HEROINES AND WOMEN FOLK.

Some Thoughts Concerning Them. A Revised Lecture. By Charles F. Rideal, with drawings of “Dot” and “Edith Dombey,” by Florence Pash. Third Edition. Cloth. Twenty-five Cents.

“A delightful little book.”—Institute.

CHARLES DICKENS READER AND RECITER, THE.

For the Home, School and Platform. Compiled with an introduction by Charles F. Rideal, Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature. Formerly member of the Council of the Lecturers’ Institute of Great Britain. Author of “Wellerisms,” “Charles Dickens’ Heroines and Women Folk,” etc.

CHURCH WORKER’S BOOK.

One Thousand Plans. By as Many Successful Clergymen and Other Christian Workers. By Carlos Martyn.

CONTINENTAL CAVALIER, A.

By Kimball Scribner. Author of “The Honor of a Princess,” (twenty-third thousand), “The Love of the Princess Alice,” (fifteenth thousand), and “In the Land of the Loon.” The author writes here in his well-known popular style and contributes one more (and not the least) to the eagerly awaited historic novels of Revolutionary times. His characters are resurrections and in them the past lives again. Mr. Kimball Scribner is rapidly becoming one of the most popular of the younger writers of to-day. With four illustrations on copper. Cloth, 12mo. One Dollar.

CURIOUS CASE OF GENERAL DELANEY SMYTHE, THE.

By W. H. Gardner, Lieutenant-Colonel U. S. A. (retired). Not in many years has a more interesting or mysterious story appeared than this. Those who follow the fortunes of General Delaney Smythe will certainly corroborate this statement. The book will have a wide and permanent sale. With four illustrations by Miss Lowenstein. Cloth. One Dollar.

THE SALESLADY. From “Some People We Meet”{339}
THE SALESLADY. From “Some People We Meet”{339}

CROSS OF HONOR, THE

A Military Dramalette in One Act. By Charles F. Rideal and C. Gordon Winter (Jean de Mezailles). Very daintily printed and bound. One Dollar

DANGER SIGNALS FOR NEW CENTURY MANHOOD.

By Edward A. Tabor. Is a masterly discussion of the dangers that confront the individual as well as the society of to-day in the United States. It is also a beautiful portraiture of the young manhood which should exist in the 20th century. Including photograph and biographical sketch of the author. 12mo, cloth bound, 316 pages. One Dollar.

DEVOUT BLUEBEARD, A.

By Marie Graham. This is a keen, satirical story which hits off foibles and humbugs in religious administration; not in an infidel spirit, but by a friendly hand and from the inside; one is kept guessing who’s who. Cloth 12mo. One Dollar.

DRY TOAST.

Some Thoughts upon Some Subjects not generally dealt with. By Charles F. Rideal.

Contents:—A Piece of the Crust; Brains and Black Butter; On the Mending of the Bellows; On Backbone, or rather the Want of It; Some Phases of Modern Honesty; On Giving Advice—and Taking It; Concerning “Hums”; On Flap-doodle—the Thick and the Thin; On Cranks; On Pouring Cold Water; On the Art of Making Oneself Uncomfortable; On Always Doing Something; Some of the Advantages of Being Religious; On Playing One’s Cards; On Living it Down; On Friendship; On Fame, etc. Cloth. One Dollar.

DIRECTORY OF MEDICAL WOMEN, THE.

Being a List of those Ladies who have Qualified in Medicine and Surgery, and who are Officially Registered as such, with Statistical and General Information of Universities, Colleges, Hospitals, etc.

FROM CLOUDS TO SUNSHINE;

or, The Evolution of a Soul, by E. Thomas Kaven. Author of “A Duel of Wits,” etc. Cloth, 12mo, 200 pages. One Dollar.

GEMS OF JEWISH ORATORY.

A selection from the finest specimens of Jewish oratory; together with an introduction. By Madison C. Peters. Author of “Justice to the Jew,” etc.

GEMS OF JEWISH PROSE.

A selection from the finest authors of Jewish prose; together with an introduction. By Madison C. Peters. Author of “Justice to the Jew.”

GEMS OF JEWISH VERSE.

A selection from the finest authors of Jewish poetry; together with an introduction. By Madison C. Peters. Author of “Justice to the Jew,” etc.

GREATEST THING IN THE WORLD, THE.

By Henry Drummond.

HAUNTS OF KIPLING.

Fully illustrated. A complete history and description of all the localities described by Rudyard Kipling in his works. By Margherita Arlina Hamm and Charles F. Rideal.

HOUSE OF A TRAITOR, THE.

By Prosper MerimÉe.

SAM WELLER. From “Wellerisms.”{342}
SAM WELLER. From “Wellerisms.”{342}

HOW AND WHAT TO WRITE.

A book for authors; with some practical hints on Journalism; together with a chapter on illustrating for the press. By Charles F. Rideal, Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.

HOW SUCCESS IS WON;

or, the Fight in Life. With Celebrated Illustrations. Drawn from Life by Carlos Martyn. In this book the author has produced a number of stirring illustrations written in a style and manner that command the attention of both the young and old. It is an essential book for everybody.

INTELLECTUAL PEOPLE.

By William Adolphus Clark. Since most readers belong to this class, all such will find their lineaments reflected in these pages “as in a looking-glass.” Many surprises await those who gaze herein; whether of mortification or of gratification, we must read to see. Cloth, Fifty Cents. Japanese paper, Twenty-five Cents.

INTERNATIONAL DIRECTORY OF AUTHORS, THE.

With a full list of the titles of their works, dates of publication, etc. Compiled and edited by Charles F. Rideal.

LAST OF THE MUSKETEERS.

A Novel founded on the Romantic Career of General de Gallifet, French Minister of War. By Carlos Martyn.

LITERARY LIFE.

The most popular magazine for authors, publishers, booksellers and every one interested in literature, issued. It is a thoroughly impartial journal, readable from cover to cover, Five cents per copy or fifty cents per annum, mailed free.

LITTLE SCARECROW, THE.

By Maurus Jokai.

LODGING IN THE NIGHT, A.

By Robert Louis Stevenson. This is the first time that this celebrated story has been produced in a manner worthy of the reputation of its talented author. It will be fully illustrated and issued in a most dainty binding, forming a dainty and unique gift book.

LOVE AND PRIDE.

By R. R. Napoliello. This novel admirably portrays the play and counterplay of master passions. The hero, an Italian, bares his soul to inspection, so that we see and participate in the struggle. A rare psychological study. Cloth, Fifty Cents. Japanese paper, Twenty-five Cents.

LOVE’S RANDOM SHOT.

By Wilkie Collins.

MAGISTRACY, THE.

Being a Directory and Biographical Dictionary of the Justices of the Peace of the United States. Compiled and edited by Charles F. Rideal.

MASTER AND MAN.

By Count Tolstoy.

MORE PEOPLE WE MEET.

By Charles F. Rideal. Illustrated by Mark Zangwill, etc. A limited edition of signed and numbered copies at One Dollar.

NURSES WE MEET.

Some piquant Pictures. By Charles F. Rideal. A limited edition of numbered and signed copies. One Dollar.

OLD SCHOOL DAYS.

By Andrew J. Miller. This book should have a wide reading. It is healthy and breezy with youth and sport. In its pages the experiences of all of us are laughably and vividly recalled. Cloth. One Dollar.

CAPTAIN D. T. ROOKER. From “People We Meet.”{345}
CAPTAIN D. T. ROOKER. From “People We Meet.”{345}

ON THE CHARLESTON.

By Irene Widdemer Hartt. The smell of the sea and the odors of the woods and fields of Guam are in these pages. The tale sways, like the ocean swell, between Jack Tar and the soldiers in the Yanko-Spanko War. Cloth, 12mo. One Dollar.

PAIR OF KNAVES AND A FEW TRUMPS, A.

By M. Douglas Flattery. The literary quality of this fascinating novel would alone call attention to it. When to this are added plots and counterplots, dramatic contests and dÉnoÛments, the book presents a combination of attractions quite unique and irresistible. Mr. Flattery’s books are always readable and interesting. Cloth, 12mo, illustrated. One Dollar.

PEOPLE AND PROPERTY.

By Edwin B. Jennings. An animated, logical discussion of the question of corporate rights versus human rights. Lincoln said that “when a dollar comes in conflict with a man he sided with the man.” This book is timely, able and interesting. Cloth, Fifty Cents. Japanese paper, Twenty-five Cents.

PEOPLE WE MEET.

By Charles F. Rideal. Fully illustrated by Harry Parkes. Third and Revised Edition. Twenty-five Cents.

“A collection of characteristic sketches drawn with much humor and crisply described.”—Scotsman.

PICTURES FROM A NEW YORK BOARDING HOUSE.

Fully Illustrated. By Charles F. Rideal. One Dollar.

PULPIT ELOQUENCE.

Characteristic Types, with Brief Prefatory Sketches of Illustrious Preachers. By Carlos Martyn.

POCKET ISLAND.

By Charles Clark Munn. A story of country life in New England. A remarkably attractive book written in a remarkably attractive manner. With frontispiece. Cloth, 12mo, 200 pages. One Dollar.

QUAKER SCOUT, A.

By N. P. Runyan. The contradictory title adopted by Mr. Runyan piques curiosity, which, upon investigation, will be abundantly rewarded. Incidents without number succeed one another in rapid and romantic succession, making the reader hold his breath and pant in sympathy with the recital. Cloth, $1.25.

RIDEAL’S ELOCUTIONIST.

A Book of Readings and Recitations for the Home, School and Platform. Selected and arranged, together with a chapter on Reading and Speaking, by Charles F. Rideal, Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature, and formerly a member of the Council of the Lecturers’ Institute of Great Britain.

SERMONIC SILHOUETTES.

Three Hundred Outlines of Sermons by Three Hundred Distinguished Clergymen on Various Themes. With index. By Carlos Martyn.

SLAVEHOLDER’S DAUGHTER, A.

Full of Southern life and character, and readable from cover to cover. By Belle Kearney. With 11 full-page illustrations and frontispiece. Cloth, 12mo, 270 pages. One Dollar.

SOCIAL SINNERS.

A realistic novel of to-day. By Emile A. Palier. Portrays a number of Sinners and a few Saints in the modern social order. Certain passages hold the reader spellbound. There are several heroes and heroines, all true to life after their respective kind. Cloth, 12mo. One Dollar.

TEMPER CURE, THE.

By Stanley Edwards Johnson. In the guise of a novel, the author gives a fanciful account of a cure for bad temper. There are no dull pages in this book. Cloth, Fifty Cents. Japanese paper, Twenty-five Cents.

TEN YEARS IN COSSACK SLAVERY.

By Mary De Mankowski. This is a graphic, thrilling description of the personal experiences of a patriotic Pole, condemned to Siberia for loving his country “not wisely but too well.” The book explains the existing hatred of the Russian government and gives the reasons therefore. Cloth. $1.25.

VENGEANCE OF THE MOB, THE.

By Sam A. Hamilton. An exciting story of Florida, in which the characteristics and the effects of “Judge Lynch’s” rule are exploited. A thrilling love story runs through the novel, with which the vengeance of the mob comes into collision. Cloth, 12mo. One Dollar.

WELLERISMS

from “Pickwick” and “Master Humphrey’s Clock.” Selected by Charles F. Rideal and edited with an introduction by Charles Kent, Author of “The Humor and Pathos of Charles Dickens.” Fourth Edition. With a new and original drawing, by George Cruikshank, Jr., of Mr. Samuel Weller. Cloth. One Dollar.

This book has met with remarkable success. The original drawing of Sam Weller, by George Cruikshank, Jr. (a nephew of the original Cruikshank), is alone worth the money, for the reason that it shows a mastery of fine work and detail, in pen and ink not possessed by any other artist of the time. It is a unique and acceptable addition to Dickensiana and every lover and admirer of Charles Dickens should possess a copy.

WHEN AT HOME AND SOCIETY GUIDE.

Giving Days when “At Home” of the Upper Classes. Compiled and edited by Charles F. Rideal. To which is added a chapter on the Etiquette of Calls and Calling. By Lady Constance Howard. Each Season.

WIDOWS WE MEET.

Twelve of Them. Brief, pithy characterizations by Charles F. Rideal. Fully illustrated.

YOUNG GENTLEMEN OF TO-DAY.

Eighteen of Them. By Charles F. Rideal. Fully illustrated.

ZENITH MEMO-PAD, THE.

Designed by Lady Constance Howard and Mr. Charles F. Rideal. Containing Seven-day Tear-off Sheets and Cover, in convenient form either for laying flat on the desk, or suspending from rack, etc., a Complete Calendar for the Year, Postal Information, Chief Events, Lessons for Sundays, Quotations from well-known Authors, and Spaces for Memoranda, Appointments, etc. Indispensable for every one who writes, makes notes, etc. Twenty-five Cents.

“This useful addition to the writing table is nicely got up.”—Princess.

“Is very well arranged, with suitable quotations and memoranda for every day in the year. It may be kept on the table or suspended against the wall or bookshelf, whichever may be most convenient, and in either position it is handy, and takes up but a small amount of space.”—Queen.







                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

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