The Cabinet of Gems.
GATHERED FROM CELEBRATED AUTHORS.
With Numerous Illustrations by eminent Artists.
‘There is a world full of wit and wisdom in this book, but there are gems of art engraving also, over which one may linger for hours without getting tired.’—Morning Advertiser.
‘The selections from English literature, which it contains have been well and judiciously made. They go over a wide field, take in many modern as well as older authors, touch on various subjects, mix poetry with prose, and sentiment with matter of fact.’—Scotsman.