The Story - Hunter. By E. R. Suffiing. (Jarrold and Sons.)— The
"Story-Hunter" conceives a notion that by hypnotising likely individuals and then compelling them to relate some strange experience, he will be able to get narratives truthful, if not always interesting. Some are weird and thrilling, and some mediocre; indeed, we do not see why such narratives should be unusually truthful, though possibly a man might give expression to theories and beliefs that, under ordinary circumstances and a fear of being thought insane, he would keep to himself. The stories themselves are unequal in merit, but all are readable. There are absurdities, but they can hardly be criticised, though we must protest against Dr. Nosidy's idea that the essence of the Soul, which he conceives to be identical with the Brain, takes the form of Brain Ether, and after Death penetrates the bony case. Mr. Suffiing knows parts of England well, and places his stories in scenes that will make them enjoyable to readers of all ages.
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