quiries into the distribution of the fishes in the greatest hydro- 

 graphic basin in the world, and the proof of the former existence 

 of glaciers throughout its extent. The vegetation of the tropics, 

 seen by Prof. Agassiz from a paleontological point of view, is 

 drawn in charming pictures by Mrs. Agassiz's pen- Journal of 

 Travel and Natural History (London). 



A most charming and instructive volume. It will be an indis- 

 pensable companion for every traveller in Brazil ; and its intrinsic 

 merits assure for it general favor and circulation. Pall Mall Ga- 

 zette. 



A more charming volume of travels we have seldom met with. 

 Springfield Repiiblican. 



It is impossible to give the reader an idea of the wealth in the 

 volume. Boston Transcript. 



SEASIDE STUDIES IN NATURAL HISTORY. 



By ELIZABETH C. AGASSIZ and ALEXANDER AGASSIZ. 

 With one hundred and eighty-five Illustrations. 

 8vo, $3.00. 



This beautiful volume is an admirable companion for the sea- 

 side resident or tourist, especially for all who are capable of pleas- 

 ure from looking at or studying the life of the sea. Professor 

 Alexander Agassiz gives the results of his own extended observa- 

 tions and profound researches, relating to the structure, habits, 

 growth, development from the embryo, and other characteristics 

 of New England polyps, jelly-fishes or medusa;, and star-fishes, 

 illustrating his descriptions with numerous artistic figures ; and 

 Mrs. Agassiz adds to the volume the charm of her graceful pen. 

 " Seaside Studies in Natural History " is a work for the learned 

 as well as unlearned, fitted to give all delight and instruction. 

 Professor JAMES D. DANA, in American Journal of Science. 



LOUIS AGASSIZ: 

 HIS LIFE AND CORRESPONDENCE. 



Edited by ELIZABETH C. AGASSIZ. With Portraits and 

 Illustrations. 2 vols. crown Svo. 



This volume gives a full account of Professor Agassiz, his 

 work and writings, and also contains copious selections from his 

 correspondence. It is the most extended biography of him which 

 has ever been published. 



