This is an OCR edition without illustrations or index. It may have numerous typos or missing text. However, purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original rare book from GeneralBooksClub.com. You can also preview excerpts from the book there. Purchasers are also entitled to a free trial membership in the General Books Club where they can select from more than a million books without charge. Original Published by: Isbister in 1884 in 318 pages; Subjects: Language Arts & DisciplinesAmerican literature; United States; Language Arts & Disciplines / Publishing; Literary Criticism / American / General;