Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1879-12-06
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| II Is rather odd. after all the myriad books
| upon Rome, that perhaps the two that give the
best idea of "the Eternal City" should be written
by an American and a Swede. Mr.. Story's
"ROba Di Roma. is already q standard work AL
OYER the world and almost an Indispensable TO
visitors TO Rome and now we have before u
''Roman Days. from the Swedish OF V.Stor
Rydberg published by G. Putnam's sons, New
York;, that in the way OF picturesque descrip-
ton and Interesting historical and artistic
studies make 1t a formidable rival to the work OF
our brilliant artist-apthor countryman. Quite
certainly the tourist who is equipped with the
tWo works Will be able to view the famous old
city mteiligently and with vastly increased en-
Joyment. Viktor RydbeTg who Is not widely
known in this country, is taking a higa position
at home as thinker and writer His first mark
was made as scientist, and as a writer for the
press; and later he has written several books By
which his reputation has steadily increased
Among his published works are 1.-The Christ OF
the Bible" "a volume which created much CON-
motion In the learned circles OF Sweden), 1.-THE
Magi of the Medieval Time" ''The Pre-eXistence
OF Man, and several novels, OF which the best
known through various TRANSACTIONS. Is 1.-The
Last Athenian," in which he pictures the Athens
Of fifteen hundred years ago. and its wonderful
people with vividness that shows not only
thorough knowledge Of the Hellenic race, lit IA
tufe, and life. but an artistic descriptive power
that reproduces the whole as a scene OF real life
The publication OF ''Roman Days" In this coun-
try will doubtless serve to create an interest In
his other works and a demand for their produc
ton.
"Two Of Us" by Calista Halsey, (New York
G. W. Carleton & Co., received through J. Sill
lington) is a pleasant little story, apparently
from certain vivid realistic touches, having a
foundation OF fact. Miss Halsey is already known
as thoughtful writer upon art topics. and this
volume, slight and unpretentiouS as 1t Is tndi-
Gates the power to do good bright work in the
the pretty large number Of succss Gees femaIe
writer's who make Washington their home
Mrs. Southworth, Mrs. Burnett, Mrs Denison,
Mrs. Spofford, Mrs. Lippincott, and the rest.
The american Art Review" Uhe initial num-
berl has been received from the Boston polish
ers, Estes Lauriat, through the BalC,more
agent, Henry Fleetwood, 81 N. Calvert street.
This new monthly magazine proposes TO en-
brace the art Of all times and countries A
special feature OF the illustrations will be a
series of original painter-etchingS by Ameri-
can artists. The specimens in this line in the
present number are exceedingly good, ard
promise well for the future. Alto seiher the
most interesting article, however, is that upon
by William Macleod. The picture Of Barge
accompanying the article, gives him a face of
the forceful Bismarck stamp, but in Mr.. Ma.
leods biographical sketch of the great amin Il
sculptor, he is described as having been simple,
grave and taciturn in manner, giving the i'm
preston OF quiet, observing gentleman.
From Estes Lauriat through Henry Fleet
wood, we have also the first four parts OF
Dictionary of Commerce" they have COM
| menced publishing. 1t is prepared by L. De
Colange, Ii. D., editor of "zelrs Encyclopedia"
Is brought down to the year 1879, and altogether
seems to be useful aud needed work.
"Heroes OF Three Wars" is the title of work
just issued by Hubbard Bros, Philadelphia,
written by Captain William Glazier, author of
''Soldiers of the aide" It. supplies we'l-told
biographies OF some 70 :.y of the men who most
distinguished Themselves in the revolutionary
war, the war with Mexico ard t lie war for the
Union. The book is handsomely illustrated
1.-THE Ear, its Diseases and Thei" Treatment"
by Franz Adolph Won MoSchziSker, NJ. D., OculiSt
end aurist, author of "a Guide to Diseases of
tho Eye and Their Treatment" Philadelphia:
Morton & Randall. This excellent work on
aural diseases well deserves its standard repu-
tation. The author Is thoroughly qualified to
deal with the subject, both by careful study and
extensive practice. The book has the great
merit of being written in clear intelligent
style that adaptS 1t to the comprehension Of
both the professional reader and the general
public. 1t commences With an account of the
normal structure and functions OF the organs of
hearing; then proceeds to a detailed description
| of the abnormal changes produced in them by
| disease, and concludes by setting forth the
treatment they require for restoration to health.
"Octayius Perinchief; his Life Of Trial and
| Supreme Faith" by Charles Lanman. Washing
| ton: James Angllm This supplies an interest
| ing biography Of one Of the most gifted men OF
| his time; whose record as preacher, within the
| pale of the Protestant Episcopal Church has
| already passed into ecclesiastical history. The
| typography of the book is especially credttab,e
| to the Washington printers, Judd Detweier.
Parts 9, 10, II and IL Of John Russell Young's
ssAround the World with General Grant" main
tain the spirit and interest Of the preceding
numbers, and the illustrations are OF the same
| profusion aud excellence OF quality. Whea
| completed it will evidently be decidedly orn,.-
| mental as well as useful equipment to the
| library and center-table.
"Chatterbox Junior" for 1873, published by R.
worthington. New York, is a form idable clndi-
| date for holiday juvenile favor.
"The Boys and Girls Treasure" aud "The
| Picture Alphabet are two attractive books for
| boys and girls, published by Lippincott & Co.,
| Philadelphia, and for sale by Ballantyne.