The Bay State Monthly. Volume 2, No. 6, March, 1885

Anna Maria's Housekeeping.

By MRS. S.D. POWER. During the appearance the past two years of these papers in WIDE AWAKE, the editors were besieged by letters from housekeepers, both old and young, asking for their publication in permanent form. On the one hand they have been declared by trained housewives to be the most helpful and complete domestic literature, and on the other hand, men and women of letters have warmly praised their literary excellence. The publishers, therefore, confidently offer the volume to the public as a standard work upon practical domestic economy. Housekeeper's Library, 16mo, extra cloth,$1.00.

An Hour with Miss Streator.

By PANSY. An intensely interesting little monograph which will be a genuine inspiration to all faithful teachers, while to the thoughtless disparagers of such toilers it will bear most useful lessons. Paper, 6 cents.

American Explorations in the Ice Zones.

Early American Voyages made in search of the Northwest Passage. Explorations in the Arctic Zone by Lieut. DeHaven, Dr. Kane, Commodore Rodgers, Capt. Hall, Lieut. Schwatka and Lieut. DeLong; Wrangel Land as first reported by Capt. Long, and a brief account of the U.S. Expedition to the Antarctic seas under Capt. Wilkes. Compiled from official and other sources by PROF. J.E. NOURSE, U.S.N. We have in this volume the work of a scientist and scholar, and at the same time a book of thrilling interest. It contains all that the public desire to know concerning the subject of which it treats, and must be, for years to come, regarded as the standard work upon Arctic affairs. 8mo, extra cloth, illustrated,$3.00. With circumpolar map,$3.50. Half calf, $6.00.

Bremen Lectures.

On Fundamental, Living, Religious Questions by various eminent European Divines. Translated by REV. D. HEAGLE, with an Introduction by REV. ALVAH HOVET, D.D., President of Newton Theological Institution. Of this volume, as touching some of the great religious questions of the day, the translator well says it would be difficult to find another work wherein is included in so brief compass so much of that which with the present helps from science and thought, should be said on these several themes. Third edition. 12mo, $1.50.

China.

By ROBT. K. DOUGLAS, of the British Museum, and Professor of Chinese at King's College, London, with revisions by Yan Phou Lee. The latest addition to Lothrop's Library of Entertaining History, and a work which is not only graphic and interesting in style and matter, but which bears the marks of authenticity and scholarship on every page. 12mo, cloth, $1.50.

Classic Tales.

By MARIA EDGEWORTH. 12mo, cloth,$1.25.

Christie's Christmas.

By PANSY. Christie is one of those delightfully lifelike, naive and interesting characters which no one so well as Pansy can portray, and in the study of which every reader will find delight and profit. 12mo, fully illustrated,$1.50.

Cookery for Beginners.

By MARION HARLAND, author of "Common Sense in the Household," etc. Plain, practical lessons for girls and young housekeepers of small means. Its directions are to be relied upon, and its results are invariably delicate, wholesome, and delicious. 16mo, $1.00.

Double Story (A).

By GEORGE MACDONALD. This standard fairy story still retains its popularity in the world of readers, and edition follows edition. It is a favorite gift book from mother to daughter, and well deserves a place on every family book shelf. New edition, with full-page illustrations by Miss L.B. Humphrey. $1.00.

Endless Chain (An).

BY PANSY. Every one who takes up this new story will have an irresistible inclination to read the next page, and the next, and so on until the finis. It is a peculiarity of "Pansy's" books that they have the freshness as well as the healthfulness of the sea winds in June, and are as natural and acceptable and wholesome. This is the explanation of their marvellous popularity; and the explanation itself is explained by the fact that Mrs. Alden derives the inspiration for all of her work from a cheerful, living, trustful faith in the Master to whose service she consecrates her best efforts. Illustrated, 12mo, $1.50.

Far From Home.

From the German of Johannes Van Derval, translated by Kathrine Hamilton. The latest and one of the most pleasing volumes of the famous V.I.F. Series. Translated by the niece of Professor Spencer F. Baird, Director Smithsonian Institute, Washington, D.C. 12mo, cloth, $1.25.

Health and Strength Papers for Girls.

By Mary J. Safford, M.D., of the Boston University, and Mary E. Allen, of the Boston Ladies' Gymnasium. The two professors of Physical Science have together prepared a valuable book of counsel for mothers, teachers, and all who have the guardianship of young girls. Its advice is plain, its suggestions provoke reflection and action, and its influence in the family will be lasting. $.60.

Helpful Thoughts FOR YOUNG MEN.

By T.D. Woolsey, D.D. LL. D. 16mo, cloth, $.60.

How to Learn and Earn. HALF HOURS IN SOME HELPFUL SCHOOLS.

Graphic accounts of schools where the unfortunate are taught useful trades, or where interesting specialties in industry are to be learned. 12mo, cloth. 100 illustrations. $1.50.

Interrupted.

By Pansy. All that has been said of the previous books of that favorite author, is true of this. It is a book whose high purpose is to impress wholesome truths, and is admirably kept in view without any sacrifice of that which makes a story attractive to the young. $1.50.

Margie's Mission.

By Marie Oliver, author of "Ruby Hamilton," "Seba's Discipline," etc. This is a book which will fascinate and at the same time instruct and benefit every boy or girl who reads it. Its characters are delightfully sketched and have a refreshing air of genuineness. 400 pages, fully illustrated, cloth, $1.50, paper, $.25.

Paul and Virginia.

By Bernardin De ST. Pierre, with a memoir and illustrations by La Lanze. A beautiful edition from new plates, exquisitely printed on choice paper. 12mo, $1.25; Half calf, $2.50; Morocco, full gilt, $3.00.

Through a Microscope.

By Samuel Wells and Mary Treat. With illustrations. A little book by two practical microscopists, which should accompany every microscope put into the hands of girl or boy. 16mo, $.60.

Truro—Cape Cod; OR, LANDMARKS AND SEAMARKS.

By Shebnah Rich. This valuable contribution to colonial history is the result of long and careful preparation, thorough research and excellent judgment. 8vo, cloth, gilt, 77 illustrations, $3.00.

Vicar of Wakefield.

By Oliver Goldsmith. With illustrations by Wm. Mulready, R.A. A new and very beautiful edition, elegantly printed on plate paper. 12mo, $1.25, half calf, $2.50, morocco, full gilt, $3.00.

Standard Editions of Standard Works.

Dickens' Complete Works.

15 vols., popular edition, $18.75, 15 vols., standard edition, $22.50. 15 vols., half calf, $37.50.

Dictionary of the Bible.

By William Smith, LL. D. 8vo, illustrated, $2.00. Large edition with history of Jewish nation, $4.00.

George Eliot's Complete Works.

8 vols., popular edition, $10.00. 8 vols., sunshine edition, $12.00. 8 vols., half calf, $20.00.

Rawlinson's Seven Great Monarchies of the Ancient Eastern World, OR, THE HISTORY, GEOGRAPHY, and ANTIQUITIES OF CHALDEA, ASSYRIA, BABYLON, etc.

By GEO. RAWLINSON, M.A., Camden Professor of Ancient History in the University of Oxford. 3 vols. Maps and illustrations. Extra cloth binding, bevelled boards, $4.50. Half calf, $9.00.

Rollins' Ancient History.