“All this author's fictions are finely written.”

“Distinguished for then good moral tendency.”

“Will prove a profitable companion to the young.”

“These volumes are some of the best of the series.”

“Contain many charming and amusing pieces.”

“They are full of genius and inexhaustible wit”

“Full of instruction and good taste.”

“A splendid gem for readers of Shakspeare.”

“The work is much and deservedly admired.”

“Its moral tone is very high and pure.”

“We pronounce it the best work of the day.”

“It cannot be read without doing good.”

“This glorious work needs no commendation.”

“This is, as might be anticipated, a most delightful, touching
and eloquent work.”

“His delicious `Essays' are full of wisdom, pregnant with genuine
wit, abound in true pathos, and have a rich vein of humor
running through them all.”

“A refreshing and delightful work.”

“Embodies much valuable information.”

“It is very pleasantly written.”

“Characteristic tales of thrilling interest.”

“Written with much power and effect.”

“Will be hailed by many as a rare treat.”

“Best book of travels ever published here.”

“Daguerreotypes of Italy and her people.”

“When once begun we must read to the end.”