and trembling, for he was sure that it contained his dismissal. I
shall not attempt to describe his gratification when he found it
contained a handsome silver watch, on the inside of which was neatly
engraved a belligerent-looking turkey. The note from Fielding,
accompanying the gift, read as follows: "May the souvenir bring as
many pleasant memories to the receiver as the memory of Christmas Day,
1879, is sure to bring the donor."

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A LOVER IN HOMESPUN.

COMMENTS OF THE PRESS.

"These stories are of good merit and comprise some excellent
descriptions of forest and clearing, and a clever delineation of the
passions which actuate humanity in the rough.... The stories, eleven
in all, deal with love and life and religion in many aspects, and as
character studies of the simple Canadian peasantry, French and
English, can compare favorably with similar selections in which
Scotch, Welsh and Irish rural life have been exploited.... Its
readability might be further dwelt upon."--_Literary World (London)._

"After a careful perusal of 'A Lover in Homespun,' we are impressed
with the fact that the author cannot only 'photograph' pictures but
'paint them'; all the characters live, breathe, act, feel and speak
naturally. Mr. Smith gives individuality and charm to the personages
of his stories, without involving any sacrifice to truth. One thing
characterizes every story in the volume, viz., strong dramatic
sentiment and situation, and a decided deftness and a naturalness in
dialogue. In order to satisfy himself that this estimate of Mr.
Smith's powers and work is not an exaggerated one, let the reader take
up the book and peruse it. He will find every story interesting."
--_Herald (Montreal)._

"There is not a poor story in this bright entertaining book. Many of
the stories touch very high dramatic art--Canada has another writer to
be proud of."--_Canadian Home Journal._

"There is undoubted power displayed in the stories in this book. Many
of the characters are drawn in a natural and picturesque manner,