176 Ellen Key to enjoy. In the literary essays, she shows proof of delicate and poignant skill in the art of characterisation; among her reminiscences from the South, she gives a glorious descrip- tion of Saint Francis of Assisi ; in her essay on Rainer Maria Rilke, she gives a profound interpretation of the life consciousness of the new type of beings, and perhaps the most interesting chapters are those dealing with Maeterlinck and Verhaeren in which she gives us a glimpse of their intimate life as only a personal friend is able to do. Tal till Sveriges Ungdom (Addresses to Swedish Youth) consists of a number of lectures which she has given during later years at different meetings, and before clubs. Well- considered and clear-sighted counsel, she offers the young in the struggle against all dangerous forces which life puts in their way. Even this is a valuable educational work. Very much more might be added, but my supplement would be all too long. What is most important has been said. Ellen Key's literary productiveness con- tinues. If I am not mistaken, she has begun a biography of her father, which is likely to be of great value. During the glorious summer season, she breathes the air of the beautiful