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A novel presenting a strong study of contrasting characters, by anauthor intimately acquainted with her scene and background—theVirginia of the years immediately following the war. Paper, 50cents; specially bound in cloth, $1.00.

"The incidents are of great interest, well-imagined, and admirably carried out.But the notable feature of the book is the rare charm of its literary expression.The language is full of grace and wit and delicate sensibility. To read is to bebeguiled."—New York Sun.

"The pages of 'Throckmorton' are alive with picturesque sketches. Its humoris never forced, and its pathos is never overdone. It is a novel to linger over."—TheCritic.

"A charming story. The author has used good English, and the reader yieldsto the fascination of her style."—The Book Buyer.

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"Strong in motive, and equally strong in conception and construction. Theauthor's style is charmingly easy, and the story is altogether delightful."—BostonTimes.

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LITTLE JARVIS.

The story of the heroic midshipman of the frigate Constellation. Thesecond of the Youth's Companion prize stories. Illustrated by J. O.Davidson and George Wharton Edwards. 8vo. Cloth, with speciallydesigned cover, $1.00.

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