Adair Aldon

“ Pogany demonstrates in this new edition of the classic that he is indeed the man for the task. He has achieved in full measure that quality of weird fascination, which is perhaps the chief charm of Swift’s text. His pictures, whether they be the full page plates in color or the little decorations used as headings and tail pieces, really illustrate the story, at the same time supplying the touches of beauty with which a masterpiece such as this should be adorned. ”

“ Through it all, too, there runs the quality of suspense in the search for the brother who was reported missing after Gettysburg and whose romantic re-union with his folks furnishes an incident of tremendous charm and appeal. Elizabeth Bess is a story that young people will enjoy and from which they will get at the same time an accurate picture of life in history making days in this country. ”

“ Annetje’s loyal Indian guards, her pet raccoon and the mysterious peddler who plays an important part in the solution of the mystery of Annetje’s parentage, add interest to an altogether enjoyable tale. ”