5 JULY 1873, page 19

The Atmosphere.*

THERE is a singular contrast between French and English treatises on popular science. The French writer seems always endeavouring to excite the admiration (not the mere wonder)......

In The Lap Of Fortune.*

WE notice this book for three reasons,—first, because it is brought out supported by the prestige of the name of the late Mr. Mark Lemon ; secondly, because some high......