We noticed not long ago, "The Philosophy of Eating," by the same author. We have here a sequel to that work, in which the principles therein established are carried out more in detail in reference to particular classes of persons, and special conditions of the bodily system.

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Dr. Bellows has evidently entered upon this subject with great earnestness. He takes his positions boldly, and fortifies himself with the strongest arguments. He in some matters of detail be mistaken, but it is impossible to invalidate his reasoning or resist his more general conclusions. That the amount of sickness among men might be reduced at least one-half by a due attention to diet and bodily condition, no one will dispute.

We know no work upon this subject so satisfactory as these two books by Dr. Bellows. We hope, therefore, they will be extensively read, and, what is of more importance, generally heeded.

THE KING'S LILY AND ROSEBUD.—By Mrs. A. M. Diaz. Fields, Osgood & Co.

A beautiful story; a sort of fairy tale, delightfully told, exciting an eager interest, and having a sweet and healthful influence. It is illustrated by W. L. Sheppard. Boys and girls will all like it, espcially the girls.

Mrs. Diaz is a regular contributor to Our Young Folks. She tells her stories in a wonderfully simple and direct manner; is so completely in sympathy with the young, that she makes everything seem natural, even giants and fairies; and she weaves in such pretty and sometimes such quaint fancies, that she is sure to captivate her readers. Her influence is refining and ennobling. Her moral lies not so much in set words as in the spirit of all she writes. Such stories as the "King's Lily and Rosebud," though fanciful in the extreme, are yet true in spirit, and tend to increase the number of those

"Whose hearts the holy forms

Of young imagination have kept pure."

We congratulate the children upon having such a writer enlisted in their ser

vice.

FIRST LESSONS IN GEOMETRY. By Bernard Marks. Ivison, Phinney & Co., New York.

The author maintains, in his preface, that children in our Grammar and even n our Primary Schools, should be taught the elements of geometry; that, in general, we make a mistake in teaching the elementary branches exhaustively instead of teaching the elements of all branches. So he would not carry some branches so far in our Grammar Schools, but teach, instead, the elements of other branches.

There is reason in this; and we thank him for giving us an elementary work on geometry which can certainly be used in our Grammar Schools with great advantage. It contains geometrical definitions, the names and forms of geometrical figures, and demonstrates twenty-five propositions; and all this in easily

understood language, accompanied by appropriate illustrations, in some instances colored, to give greater distinctness.

DOTTY DIMPLE AT PLAY. - By Sophie May. pp. 184. Lee & Shepard. No. 4 of the "Dotty Dimple Stories."

"The Little Prudy Stories" established the reputation of the author with all the little folks, and this series is in great demand among them.

WORDS OF HOPE. - By Mrs. C. A. Means, of Dorchester. pp. 256. Lee & Shepard.

A year since we noticed a beautiful volume by this lady, bearing the title "Golden Truths." The success of this induced the author to prepare a second book of selections. It is especially intended to console those who have been bereaved, and contains gems, both of poetry and prose, from some sixty different writers. "That they may prove words of hope and consolation to many sorrowing hearts, is the earnest wish of the compiler."

SCHOOL HISTORY OF PENNSYLVANIA From the earliest settlements to the present time. By J. R. Sypher. pp. 344. J. B. Lippincott & Co. Philadelphia: For sale by Nichols & Hall.

We hope some one will take the hint, and prepare a School History of Massachusetts. It would be both interesting and profitable as a text-book, as this one certainly is.

CHARLIE BELL, THE WAIF OF ELM ISLAND. 325. Lee & Shepard.

- By Rev. Elijah Kellogg. pp.

This volume is No. 2 of the Elm Island Stories, and is as attractive as "Lion Ben." Those who left this hero in his island home, will be eager to continue the interesting story of his brave adventures.

ROSAMOND DALTON. — By Mrs. H. C. Gardner. pp. 234. Lee & Shepard. A simple narrative, the aim of which is to inspire unselfish purposes, and prompt to useful activity. A girl's book.

HILLSBORO' FARMS. By Sophia Dickinson Cobb. 12mo., pp. 423. Lee & Shepard.

The author informs the reader in her "Preface," that this book claims to have no special moral or mission. She has not aimed to teach anything or prove anything, but has rather sought to paint some of the more quiet phases of life and na

ture.

GLOVERSON AND HIS SILENT PARTNERS. By Ralph Kuler. 12mo., pp. 372. Lee & Shepard.

Although a story, this volume will give a vivid idea of real scenes and life in California, where the author resides.

A RUN THROUGH EUROPE. By Erastus C. Benedict. New York: A. S. Barnes & Co. pp. 552.

A book brimful of delightful pictures. It is not made up from handbooks but is sketchy, lively, and full of interest. We have read it with real pleasure.

N. A. CALKINS has been unanimously elected Assistant Superintendent of the public schools of New York City, for two years. He has already held this position six years.

EXCHANGES.

THE INDEPENDENT.-Among the most enterprising and successful weekly papers of America is the Independent. It is edited with great ability. It discusses questions relating to religion, morals, politics, finances, science and art, with zeal and independence. We like the Independent, notwithstanding we sometimes dissent from its doctrines, and object to the bitterness with which it now and then assails its political and religious opponents. Its wonderful pecuniary success during the past year has caused a large increase in the number and length of its literary columns. Each number now contains reading matter enough to make a good-sized book. We suppose that the Independent is usually well printed; but it somehow happens that nearly every copy that comes to us has been very unfortunate in passing through the press.

THE NATION. No paper that comes to us is more welcome than The Nation. Having read it weekly for two years, we feel safe in saying that it ought to be in the hands of every teacher who pretends to keep pace with the times. It gives an excellent summary of political news; discusses with marked candor and ability the various questions which agitate this and other countries; gives fair reviews of new publications; and, in brief, is a thesaurus of good things. The Nation is one of the few papers that we carefully preserve. We are sure that we do valuable service to our fellow-teachers when we earnestly advise them to take The Nation.

HARPER'S NEW MONTHLY MAGAZINE.-This publication is so universally and favorably known, that it needs no commendation at our hands. Its striking peculiarity is the great variety of articles it contains. Instead of limiting itself to a certain range of subjects, as most magazines do, it presents something to suit every man's taste. From the metaphysician, who likes to be solemn over solid essays, to the man who cares only for a joke or a side-splitting story, everybody can find in "Harper" something that meets his particular wants. Although the "New Monthly" is now twenty years old, it is as new as ever.

THE ATLANTIC MONTHLY commences the year in good style. It has several admirable papers, and all are of general interest. Its publishers do not mean it shall rest upon the reputation already won, great as that is. Their arrangements for the new year embrace articles from the most noted writers, upon literary, scientific, hygienic, historical, political, and reformatory subjects. We are glad to see our old friend still vigorous and determined to lead the column of magazine literature. Published by Fields, Osgood & Co.: Boston. $4.00 per annum.

THE GALAXY has steadily gained friends since it has been under its present management. It has presented a series of good articles, readable and instructive; some of them of especial interest to teachers. The January number is a good beginning of the new year, and shows what may be expected. The publishers give us a supplement of twenty pages, in which is commenced Mrs. Edwards's new story; and have shown their enterprise by securing the advance sheets of Charles Reade's new story, the publication of which will commence in the March number. Published by Sheldon & Co., New York. $4.00 per annum.

LIPPINCOTT'S MAGAZINE commences its second year with the January number. In typographical appearance it has taken the front rank; nor has it in any respect been far behind. It aims to give a large proportion of light reading, the best of its class; and much also that instructs and awakens thought. The new number is very attractive. Beyond the Breakers, an American novel, is commenced in it. Published by J. B. Lippincott & Co.: Philadelphia. $4.00 per

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THE NEW ECLECTIC MAGAZINE.-The January number shows this to be a well-printed and handsomely appearing magazine. Good taste is manifested in its selections, and judging by the number before us, it will give its readers much that is entertaining and valuable during the year. Published by Turnbull & Murdock: Baltimore. $4.00 per annum.

EVERY SATURDAY always has some good reading. We will acknowledge our indebtedness to it for much pleasure and instruction during the past year. Its valuable and entertaining matter, and its convenient form ought to make it a general favorite. New Uncommercial Samples" by Charles Dickens, will commence with the new year. Fields, Osgood & Co.: Boston. $5.00 per annum. Single copies ten cents.

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THE MISSIONARY HERALD.· The January issue of this periodical more than justifies the commendatory words on a previous page. In an article entitled the "Annual Survey of Missions of the Board," we find a new feature, viz, the correct pronunciation of the different missionary stations in the various parts of the world. This, with the usual variety of interesting articles in reference to the great work of evangelization, makes this a very valuable number.

OUR YOUNG FOLKS opens with The Story of a Bad Boy. He seems, however, to be a natural sort of a boy, and may not be so very bad after all. At any rate, he is determined to give an interesting account of himself. The Story of the Golden Christmas Tree is first rate. There is a pretty good time Among the Glass Blowers; then there are some wonderful things about The World we Live on, and some other good things; and the promise of many more.

In some instances teachers have made use of this and other magazines in school for exercises in reading. Is is not an excellent idea? The great object of reading is to gain information. Is not this object almost entirely lost sight of in very many schools? The article, The World we Live on, by Mrs. E. C. Agassiz, would afford an excellent exercise of this sort. It is the intention of the publishers to give many such articles from competent writers during the present year; and we believe such articles in this, or in other magazines, may be made to do good service in schools. Published by Fields Osgood & Co., Boston. $2.00 per annum.

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THE RIVERSIDE MAGAZINE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE maintains its attractiveHans Christian Andersen, the noted story-writer, has a story in the January number, and will contribute other stories during the year. Instructive articles will also be given. The illustrations in this magazine are generally very good. One does not often see in a magazine a finer engraving than The Sleighing Party. Hurd & Houghton: New York. $2.50 per annum.

THE SCHOOLMATE has gained upon itself, which was an exceedingly hard thing to do. Mr. Alger's stories have been very interesting, and have proved very popular. We have heard some very complimentary things said of this magazine by the young people, and they are in accordance with our own judgWe have not seen the January number, but we are very sure it will not be behind its predecessors. The publisher's arrangements for the coming year promise to make this magazine a still greater favorite.

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Boston. $1.50 per annum.

Joseph H. Allen:

OLIVER OPTIC'S MAGAZINE. Our Boys and Girls. - This popular magazine has made its fifty-two appearances during the past year, and every appearance has gladdened a host of admirers. An item in our last issue stated that "Oliver Optic" stopped writing ten minutes on a certain occasion. This wants confirmation. At last accounts, he was running the Lightning Express, determined to be On Time. There is some reason for thinking that by and by he will Switch Off, or Break Up; but it is uncertain. These are the titles of his Lake Shore series, which will appear in the new volume. This magazine has other excellent contributors to its pages, and gives a large amount of agreeable and instructive reading. Lee & Shepard: Boston. $2.50 per annum.

THE LITTLE CORPORAL has now a handsome cover, and comes to us improved in appearance. It sticks nobly to its motto, and is in every respect an unexceptionable publication for children. A mother who has taken it from the beginning, says, "It is one of the few that I am not afraid to put in the hands of my children without examination." Alfred L. Sewell: Chicago. $1.00 per

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THE NURSERY. - If perfect adaptation, both in matter and style, to the wants of those for whom it is designed, be the standard of judgment, this magazine for youngest readers, must be ranked as the best of all publications. It never fails to delight all of its numerous patrons; and frequently surprises by its pretty stories, and quaint illustrations. We hope every child will have it. In some primary schools, it has been at times used instead of the prescribed reading-book, with remarkably good results. Teachers will find it can be made very serviceable in this direction.

ITEMS.

THE WESLEYAN FEMALE COLLEGE, at Cincinnati, has nearly two hundred students and fourteen lady professors. This was the first female college at the West.

THE FREE INSTITUTE OF INDUSTRIAL SCIENCE at Worcester began its First term Nov. 10, under the direction of President Thompson.

TILDEN LADIES' SEMINARY, at West Lebanon, N. H., is to be enlarged at a cost of $20,000, the gift of Hon. William Tilden, of New York.