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GOOD HEALTH BOOKS.
HEALTH IN THE HOUSEHOLD,
Or, Hygienic Cookery. By Susanna W. Dodds, M.D. One large 12mo volume, 600 pages, extra cloth or oil-cloth binding, price $2.00.
Undoubtedly the very best work on the preparation of food in a healthful manner ever published, and one that should be in the hands of all who would furnish their tables with food that is wholesome and at the same time palatable, and will contribute much toward Health in the Household.
THE NATURAL CURE
Of Consumption, Constipation, Bright's Disease, Neuralgia, Rheumatism, "Colds" (Fevers), Etc. How Sickness Originates and How to Prevent it. A Health Manual for the People. By C. E. Page. 1 vol. 12mo. 278 pp., ex. cloth, $1.00.
A new work with new ideas, both radical and reasonable, appealing to the common-sense of the reader. This is not a new work with old thoughts simply restated, but the most original Health Manual published in many years. It is written in the author's clear, attractive manner, and should be in the hands of all who would either retain or regain their health, and keep from the hands of the doctors.
HOW TO FEED THE BABY,
To Make Her Healthy and Happy. With Health Hints. By C. E. Page, M.D. Fourth Edition, Revised and Enlarged. 12mo, paper, 50 cents; extra cloth, 75 cts.
Dr. Page has devoted much attention to the subject, both in this country and in Europe, noting the condition of children, and then making careful inquiries as to the feeding, care, etc., and this work is a special record of experience with his own child. In addition to answering the question what to feed the baby, this volume tells how to feed the baby, which is of equal importance. There are many who are now following the author's teaching with good results.
HOW TO BE WELL;
Or, Common-Sense Medical Hygiene. A book for the people, giving directions for the treatment and cure of acute diseases without the use of drug medicines, also general hints on health. By M. Augusta Fairchild, M.D. 12mo, cloth, $1.00.
We have here a new work on Hygiene containing the results of the author's experience for many years in the treatment of acute and chronic diseases with Hygienic agencies, and it will save an incalculable amount of pain and suffering, as well as doctors' bills, in every family where its simple directions are followed.
DIGESTION and DYSPEPSIA.
A Complete Explanation of the Digestive Processes, with the Symptoms and Treatment of Dyspepsia and other Disorders of the Digestive Organs. Illustrated. By R. T. Trall, M.D. $1.00.
The latest and best work on the subject. With fifty illustrations; showing with all possible fullness every process of digestion, and giving all the causes, and directions for treatment of Dyspepsia. The author gives the summary of the data which he collected during an extensive practice of more than twenty-five years, largely with patients who were suffering from diseases caused by Dyspepsia and an impaired Digestion.
THE MOTHER'S HYGIENIC HANDBOOK,
for the Normal Development and Training of Women and Children, and the Treatment of their diseases with Hygienic agencies. By the same author. $1.00.
The great experience and ability of the author enabled him to give just that advice which mothers need so often all through their lives. It covers the whole ground, and, if it be carefully read, will go far towards giving us an "Enlightened Motherhood." The work should be read by every wife and every woman who contemplates marriage. Mothers may place it in the hands of their daughters with words of commendation, and feel assured they will be the better prepared for the responsibilities and duties of married life and motherhood.
Sent by mail, post-paid, to any address on receipt of price. Agents wanted.
Address FOWLER & WELLS CO., Publishers. 753 Broadway, New York.
THE WORKS OF NELSON SIZER. A Great Book for Young People
"CHOICE OF PURSUITS; or, What to Do and Why," describing Seventy-five Trades and Professions, and the Temperaments and Talents required for each; with Portraits and Biographies of many successful Thinkers and Workers By Nelson Sizer, Associate Editor of the "Phrenological Journal," Vice President of, and Teacher in, the "American Institute of Phrenology," etc. 12mo, extra cloth. 508 pp. Price, $1.75.
This work fills a place attempted by no other. Whoever has to earn a living by labor of head or hand, can not afford to do without it.
"'Choice of Pursuits; or, What to do and Why' is a remarkable book. The author has attained a deserved eminence as a delineator of character. We have given it a careful reading and feel warranted in saying that it is a book calculated to do a vast deal of good."—Boston Commonwealth.
"The title in startling, but it is indicative of the contents of the book itself; the work is a desideratum."—Inter-Ocean (Chicago.)
"It presents many judicious counsels. The main purpose of the writer is to prevent mistakes in the choice of a profession. His remarks on the different trades are often highly original. The tendency of this volume is to increase the reader's respect for human nature."—New York Tribune.
"The design of this book is to indicate to every man his proper work and to educate him for it"—Albany Evening Journal.
A New Book for Parents and Teachers."HOW TO TEACH ACCORDING TO TEMPERAMENT AND MENTAL DEVELOPMENT," or, Phrenology in the School-room and the Family.
With many Illustrations. 12mo, extra cloth, 351 pages. Price, $1.50.
One of the greatest difficulties in the training of children arises from not understanding their temperament and disposition. This work points out clearly the constitutious differences, and how to make the most of each.
"The purpose of this work is to aid parents and teachers to understand the talents, dispositions, and temperaments of those under their guidance. This opens a new field to the consideration of the teacher. The text is attractive and a valuable contribution to educational literature. It should be in the library of every parent and teacher."—New England Journal of Education.
"This is an entirely new feature in a book intended for the use of teachers, and must prove of great advantage to them. The text is written in a manner which must attract every reader."—The Methodist.
"No teacher should neglect to read this well-written contribution to the cause of education."—Christian Instructor.
"It abounds in valuable suggestions and counsels derived from many years experience, which can not fail to be of service to all who are engaged in the business of education. The subject is treated in a plain, familiar manner, and adapted to reading in the family as well as in the study of the teacher."—New York Tribune.
"There is a great deal of good sense in the work and all teachers will be glad to welcome it."—The Commonwealth, Boston.
A NEW BOOK FOR EVERYBODY!FORTY YEARS IN PHRENOLOGY: Embracing Recollections of History, Anecdote, and Experience. 12mo, extra cloth, 413 pages. Price, $1.50.
In this work we have a most interesting record of the author's recollections and experiences during more than forty years as a Practical Phrenologist. The volume is filled with history, anecdotes, and incidents, pathetic, witty, droll, and startling. Every page sparkles with reality, and is packed with facts too good to be lost. This book will be warmly welcomed by every reader, from the boy of twelve to the sage of eighty years.
THOUGHTS ON DOMESTIC LIFE; or, Marriage Vindicated and Free Love Exposed. 12mo. Paper, 25 cents.
This work contains a sharp analysis of the social nature, in some respects quite original. Sent by mail, post-paid, to any address. Agents wanted. Address
FOWLER & WELLS CO., Publishers, 753 Broadway, New York.
THEHUMAN VOICE.
ANATOMY, PHYSIOLOGY, PATHOLOGY, THERAPEUTICS,
AND TRAINING, WITH RULES OF
ORDER FOR LYCEUMS.
BY R. T. TRALL, M.D.
Paper, 50 Cents; Cloth, 75 Cents.
The work comprises, in a clear, concise form, directions for strengthening and improving the voice, overcoming constitutional difficulties, and repairing the abnormal conditions in the organs of articulation as far as they can be remedied. The work contains many illustrations, with full directions for vocal culture and how gestures may become graceful. It contains, for practice, some of the most popular selections, including the best from Dickens, Henry Clay, Pope, and Bancroft, with Poe's "Raven" and the "Bells;" also, "Sheridan's Ride." The chapter devoted to rules of order for public meetings constitutes a Chairman's Guide, and with a list of debatable subjects, would be considered worth the price of the book by many young men and members of debating societies. Let every young man—and woman, too—prepare themselves for speaking in public when occasion may demand it.
NOTICES.All who desire to read and speak well, will find this book an excellent guide.—New England Journal of Education.
Any one who desires to improve his voice, should get a copy of this new work. It is a safe guide for the use of all who aim to become good readers and speakers.—New York Weekly.
The work aims at a scientific and thorough treatment of the subject.—Daily Graphic.
This book supplies the greatest want of young persons entering on their oratorical career.—Rural New Yorker.
An excellent guide for those desiring to become good readers or public speakers, for strengthening and improving the voice.—Publishers' Weekly.
A very useful treatise, practical in treatment, and popular in form.—Christian Intelligencer.
It will be an aid to teachers.—National Teachers' Monthly.
It will be found a plain and intelligible guide in theory and practice, to any who desire to improve or excel, and must rely mainly on self-education.—Christian Instructor, and West. United Pres.
Agents wanted to sell this in High Schools, Colleges, etc. Sent by mail, post-paid, on receipt of price. Address
FOWLER & WELLS CO., Publishers,
753 Broadway, New York.
The Phrenological Chart.
A handsome symbolical Head, made from new and special drawings designed for the purpose. The pictorial illustrations show the location of each of the phrenological organs and their natural language. The Head is about twelve ins. wide, handsomely lithographed in colors and on heavy plate paper 19 × 24 ins., properly mounted, with rings for hanging or may be framed, and will be very attractive wherever it is seen. Price: $1.00. Is given to the new subscribers, or the Bust Premium.
The Phrenological Bust.
This Bust is made of Plaster of Paris, and so lettered as to show the exact location of each of the Phrenological Organs. The head is nearly life-size, and very ornamental, deserving a place on the centre-table or mantel, in parlor, office or study. This, with the illustrated key which accompanies each Bust, should be in the hands of all who would know "How to Read Character." Price, $1.00, or given as a Premium to each new subscriber to the Journal or we will send the Chart Premium.
THEPHRENOLOGICAL JOURNAL
Is widely known in America and Europe, having been before the reading world fifty years, and occupying a place in literature exclusively its own, viz., the study of Human Nature in all its phases, including Phrenology, Physiognomy, Ethnology, Physiology, etc., together with the "Science of Health," and no expense will be spared to make it the best publication for general circulation, tending always to make men better physically, mentally, and morally. Parents and teachers should read the Journal, that they may better know how to govern and train their children. Young people should read the Journal, that they may make the most of themselves. It has long met with the hearty approval of the press and the people.
N. Y. Times says: "The Phrenological Journal proves that the increasing years of a periodical is no reason for its lessening its enterprise or for diminishing its abundance of interesting matter. If all magazines increased in merit as steadily as The Phrenological Journal, they would deserve in time to show equal evidences of popularity."
Christian Union says: "It is well known as a
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