Designs in Needlework-and in Sacred History, articles of especial interest on Boys of the Bible. These, and many other features of interest and value, will be found studding our volume.

But the present opportunity should not be passed over without a word as to the future. Much as we have herein done, we feel a vast deal more remains to do. The field of knowledge is illimitable; therefore it must be our province to make as judicious a selection as may be consistent with the amusement, instruction, and moral progression of our young friends. Without entering into details, we may say that we have many interesting novelties (literary and pictorial) in store for the enrichment of our next volume, which we intend to be far worthier your acceptance than the present one.

Two objects only have we in view,-our success and your improvement. Yes, we have yet another object, and that is, to deserve success.

This, the completion of our First Volume, has been the most delightful episode in our lives; and with all our hearts we dedicate it to the BOYS AND GIRLS OF ENGLAND.

J. B.