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St. Nicholas. (Macmillan and Co. 7s. 6d.)—This volume is certainly

calculated to enhance the reputation of St. Nicholas, with its excellent stories and the number and variety of illustra- tions. One can heartily commend the Nature and science notes ; they set a capital example for children,—would that one could inculcate it in the average English boy. The story of King Arthur is rendered into simple and yet dignified prose, and illus- trated by the author, Mr. Howard Pyle ; and children will enjoy the tale and the quaint illustrations. But there are too many good things in St. Nicholas to mention here; children will find them quickly enough, and older boys will appreciate such stories as "The Fire Cat" and "How it Rained Buffaloes."