The County Road. By Alice Brown. (A. Constable and Co.
Be.)— Miss Alice Brown's talent is perhaps a little less subtle than that of Miss Mary Wilkins, but, on the other band, it is rather more robust. The same delicate fancy illuminates the work of both writers, and would seem to be a product of New England. The title of this collection of short stories, The County Road, will be rather surprising to English people, to whom the word "county" suggests visions of England and not America. The thirteen stories in this book are each one more delightful than the other, and it is decidedly difficult for the reader to choose his favourite. Perhaps "Rosy Balm" is the most charming in sentiment and "A Winter's Courting" the most human in interest. All lovers of New England studies are cordially advised to read this collection.
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