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The Gospel of St. Mark. Bida's illustrations. (Sampson Low, Marston,

and Co.)—The 24 illustrations are by the French caricaturist, Bide. Several bear traces of Dore's influence, in the method of treat- ment, and the contrast of intense light and deep shadow. The majority, notably Nos. 4, "Christ Eateth with Publicans and Sinners ;" 6, "Council of Pharisees and Herodians ;" 16, "Jesus with the Doctors," are remarkable for originality of conception and freshness of design, and the study of Judas in No. 19 is unique. The engravings are care- fully executed on India tint, and the text printed in large and clear type.