"To a comprehensive knowledge of human nature she adds good judgment, quiet philosophy and style practically perfect. She has, too, a strong sense of plot. All the narratives, in the present volume, are faultless in technique, well constructed, spiritually sound."--_Chicago Herald-Record._ "A good book to have within reach when there are a few moments of leisure, as the stories are short as well as interesting,"--_Pittsburgh Telegraph._ =The Secret of the Clan= A Story for Girls $1.25 "Alice Brown has written a decidedly original story of girl life in 'The Secret of the Clan' for it is perhaps the first time that any one has recognised that side of healthy girl character which delights in making believe on a large scale." "The author shows an unfailing understanding of the heart of girlhood."--_Christian Advocate_. "It is fine and sweet, and a good tale as well--Alice Brown may be trusted for that."--_The Independent._ * * * * * THE MACMILLAN COMPANY +--------------------------------------------------------------+ | | | Transcriber's note | | | | The following changes have been made in the text. | | | | 'cermony' changed to 'ceremony' | | 'paraphase' changed to 'paraphrase' | | 'hestitate' changed to 'hesitate' | | 'fleering' changed to 'fleeting' | | | | All other inconsistencies are as in the original. | | The author's spelling has been maintained. | | | +--------------------------------------------------------------+