The daily morning journal and courier., 1898-11-30
NEW PUBLICATIONS


 Is the Initial volume of a new series of historical books for children, entitled ''The Prlvateer of 1872 Series" The book in question is a small quarto, with appropriate cover design, Price SIPS.
 "Cinch and Other Stores; Tales of Tennessee" by Will Allen Dromgoole, author of "The Heart of Old Hickory "The Valley Path" Hero Chums," "A Boys Battle," etc.; Dana Estes & Co.,, publishers, Those who have read the preceding books by MT. Dromgoole will expect to be entertained In reading 1 the new volume, and they will not be disappointed. MT. Dromgoole's style is sprightly, bright and at the same time vigorous and these tales of Tennessee appeal to the heart and catch at once the interest of the reader. The book is very interesting thoughout. The sub- jects dealt with beside "Cinch" are ''The Leper of the Cumberland" "Old Hickory Ball." "A Scrap of College Lore,' George Washington's Buff day. "A Parable of Four Talents
 Sweet 'Laasses," "A Grain of Gold" "A Day in Asia" "A Humble Advo- cate,, and ''Tappine,"
 Under the Rattlesnake Flag" by T. 1 H. Costello, author of Master Ardick, Buccaneer." Illustrated by J. Steeple Davis. Dana Estes & Co.,, Boston, pub fishers. $1.50. A splendid sea story of the Hateful. early days of the American Revolution, told with absolute fidelity to it's historic setting. In many ways the author is considered the equal of Clark Russell, especially so in his thrill- i ing descriptions of the sea fights. 12mo, unique cover design. The book will interest large class of readers both old and young. It is brim full ot i incident and striking situations graphi- cally told. There are eight illustra- 1 tions, which faithfully depict the excl- | ting situations and lend increased at traction to this featuresome tale of the 1 sea,
 ''The Fall of Santiago" by Thomas J. | Vivian, author of With Dewey at Ma nila." Illustrated. R. F F.Fenno & Co.,, publishers, New York. $1.5O. For sale by the E. P. Judd Co. NotWith- standing the early appearance Of book relating to our war with Spain, the ! book in question is a careful, succinct and well-digested account of Santiagos fall, and of all that was done of a war | like nature in this now historic spot 1 from the time that Cervera's fleet ap- | peared upon the Cuban coast until TOT 1 ral's surrender. The Look gives also | complete map of the coast around san tiago; also engravingS and photogl aph- ic reproductions of points and situa- tions pertinent to this subject, so inter- estng to readers of American history | and the successes of cur arms. All that l is necessary to fully satisfy the interest ' of the reader as to all essential points in the situation and cover the subject thoroughly are found in this book, and it's timeliness, promptness of prepara- tion and publication, and it's successful and adequate handling of the subject reflect praise upon both the author and | the enterprise of the publishers. The book is thoroughly reliable and ade- quately meets an immediate want of the American public. There are ten chapters, under the following heads, which clearly outline the work How Schley Chased Cervera's Fleet How Hobson Sank the Merrimac," How the Marines Fought at Guantanamo" l How Shafter Landed His Army at ! Daiguiri" "IIow the Rough Riders 1 Fought at La Guasima," How the | Army Marched to the Front" How Fl Caney was Garfield, How San Juan was Stormed and Taken How Schley Destroyed Cervera's Fleet" How To- ral Surrendeed More Than was Asked For" Among the double page illustra- tions are the following: Debarkation 1 of Shafter's army of invasion at Dali f quiri; general view of San Juan hill and approaches, including the lagoon over 1 which the Rough Riders dashed in their assault; the Seventy-first New York ! Volunteers as they branched off the main road to San Juan, where they met 1 a whitening fire from the enemy; the Maria Teresa after the battle; the Wis i caya after the battle. The single page ! illustrations give pictures of the battle scenes and various of the eminent com- manders on both sides.
 When Israel Putnam Served the ! King by James Otis, author of 'The 1 Boys Revolt" "The Boys of 1745," "Jerry's Family" etc. A story of the French and Indian war. Illustrated by 1 l.. J. Bridgman. This is new volume | in the authors deservedly popular Stories of American History" series. Small quarto uniform cover design. ! T5c Dana Estes & Co.,, Boston, pub
 fishers. The book is very attractvely gotten up and profusely illustrated. It is replete with interest. The narration 1 is full of exciting situations, as might be anticipated in a work treating of the French and Indian war, and cannot fail of popularity. The chapters are head ! ed At South Bay: The Attack; De- serting the Wounded Sewats; Near | Fort Anne; The Prisoner. The young people will be captivated by the story, 1 which is admirable told, and the older folks will find the work highly interest l ing.
 "The Pleasant Land of Play" by Sa- rah J. Brigham; illustrated by Mary A. Lathbury, the well-known Illustrator of ! children's books. A collection of stories i and poems for the little ones. Small ! quarto, handsome cover design; SIPS. Dana Estes & Co.,, Boston, publishers. It is handsome book, very suitable for a gift to young friends. It is printed on i fine paper and is an admirable publica- 1 tion.
 ''The Princess and Joe Potter" by James Otis. A new volume in the Jenny Wren Series" Illustrated by Violet Oakley. Dana Estes & Co., Bos- ton publishers An excellent story of