20 JUNE 1863, Page 23

George Harrington. By David Macrae. (Scottish Temperance League, Glasgow.)—If this

story had not been designed to advocate teetotal doctrines, it would have been a very fairly creditable production. It is well written, decidedly interesting, and shows that its author possesses some command over both humour and pathos. Unfortunately, however, its author has felt bound to draw a picture of the disastrous effects of drink so absurdly exaggerated as seriously to mar the otherwise pleasing effect of his book. The next time Mr. Macrae takes pen in hand, we strongly recommend him to avoid writing with a purpose.