Memphis daily appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1847-1886, 1882-11-30
LATE LITERATURE.

The COMING ISSUE is he title of a pam.
phlet received at this Office, treating of the
tariff
THE SOUTHERN PLANTER, for December.
published at Richmond, contains twenty
three readableiarticles on agricultural and
other kindred subjects, besides editorials and
editorial notes.
HAVE LIVED AND LOVED is the title of a
novel by Mrs. Forester, published by J. B.
Llppincott d Co. The book il, of course,
well written; but as the name indicates, il is
not a happy one. The story has adisagreea-
bic, even tragic motive; and it is not pleas
ant reading for the man who looks on the
wholesome side OF life. Doubtless it will
possess certain charm for some people. be-
cause OF its readible style and its ench aiming
plot.
The HIDDEN RECORD; Or, THE OLD SEA
MYSTERY has just been published by T. B.
Peterson d Bros. II ia from the pen OF E.
w. Blaisdell, and is a well-written and ex-
citing story; 1t is replete With stirring in
cidents, snd many of the situations in it
are very intense. A number of vivid de-
scriptions are scattered. throughout the
novel. The plot well deserves to be called
clearly outlined and compact, while the style
is bright, dashing and vigorous. TIE Hidden
Record ought to become popular, because it
is OF the kind which the people like 10 read.
BIBLE MYTHS, AND THEIR PARALLELS IN
OTHER RELIGIoNs will be Issued by ]. w.
Bouton, New York, on December 10th. 1t
ts work which eoinpafes the Old and
New Testament myths sud rairaolss with
those of heather nationssof antiquity, con-
sidering also their origin and their meaning,
with numerous illustrations. This work is
designed to fill place Hitherto vacant in
biblical literature, and will attract the ear
nest attention of.all interested in this special
field Of research. Il is book not for schol-
ars only; but appeals to all who care for the
future of religion"
THECAIIFoRNIANAN AND OVERLAND MONTH
LY, for December, has the usual interesting
contents. Among the articles are the fol.
lowing: THE Bancroft Historical Library
by Francis Fuller Victor; "a Contemporary
Of Washingtt99p;" by Alfred A. Wheeler;
ARAB Song,p Hy Margaret Phett; "Wander.
ing Joe" by Y. II. Adds; "La Camicia
Ross" by G. S. Godkin; "The Dead Hero"
by Max A. Theilig; "By Stage and Rail-"
by Warren Cheney; "Four Faces" by Greg
ory Mitchell; "The Face in the Picture" by
Emily Browne Powell; "Carlo Gondoni," by
by w. w. W.; "simon Eingley of San
Minetos," by L. F. DakiD; 'In Afcadis," by
T. 2. Widney; "The Study of Shorthand
BY 7. S. Van Dyke.
MEssRs. LEE q SHEPARD have published
eight OF their Popular Household Favorites
in what is called the "Golden Floral" style.
This design has the merit of novelty and at
tractiveness. The publishers announce that
their purpose in bringing out this new style
of binding was to combine the attractions of
fayoriie illustrated poem with the popular
charms of Christmas card. The result has
been decided success. The Christmas card
is not cheap and inartistic, but is beautiful
work Of art. The cover has exquisite floral
designs upon gold ground; the edges of the
cover are oruamented with silk fringe. The
Golden Floral" series furnishes Just the
thing for holiday souvenir. The various
books arei Ring Out, Wild Bells, by Alfred
Tenpyson, illustrated by Miss L. B. Hum
Phrey; He Giusth His Beloved Sleep, by Eliza
L. B. Humphrey; Rock of Ages, by Augustus
Montague Toplady; Home, SiCeet Home by
John Howard Payne; The Breaking Wares
Dashed High, by Felicia Hemans; Nearer,
Ay God, 70 Thee; and on, Why Should the
Spirit Of Mortal be Proud.
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