In St. George Rathborne's novel 'The Pioneer Boys of the Columbia,' readers are transported back to a time of adventure and exploration in the American wilderness. The book follows the journey of a group of young boys as they navigate through the challenges of the untamed Columbia River. Rathborne's descriptive and engaging narrative style immerses the reader in the rugged landscapes and exciting escapades of the pioneer era. As a pioneer adventure novel, 'The Pioneer Boys of the Columbia' offers a captivating blend of historical accuracy and thrilling storytelling, making it a must-read for fans of the genre. Rathborne's attention to detail and vivid portrayal of the characters and setting make the book a standout in the literary landscape of adventure tales. Fans of classic adventure stories will appreciate Rathborne's timeless tale of exploration and friendship in the American frontier.

Our Little Danish Cousin by Luna May Ennis is a tale about lovely little Karen and her life in Denmark. Excerpt: "Denmark means "Land of dark woods." Although one of the smallest states of Europe, the little kingdom of Denmark holds a very large place in the world's history, having supplied rulers for many of the countries of Europe. The Dane loves his beautiful country, the land of Thorvaldsen and Hans Christian Andersen, of blue lakes, and "fairy-tale" castles. Since the days of Leif and Biarne, Denmark and the United States have been allied, and therefore I feel sure that the children of America will be interested in the story of their little Danish Cousin."

Relates the story of the making of an hour book as a wedding gift from King Louis of France to Lady Anne of Brittany and the good fortune it brought to little Gabriel, Brother Stephen's color grinder.