The Argosy, Volume IV — Table of Contents

This volume collects serialized fiction and miscellaneous essays from 1867. The dominant serial is George MacDonald's The History of Robert Falconer, appearing in all six issues and progressing from the protagonist's youth through his manhood. The magazine features travel and descriptive pieces by regular contributors including Richard Rowe (St. James's Park, Hungerford Bridge, Thames Street), Bessie Rayner Parkes (French cities), and Lieutenant Foozy (weather observations). Literary works include William Maccall's stories ("The Hermit of Cising," "The Forest Bride," "A Paris Diogenes"), C.R. Low's adventure narrative "A Cruise in Search of a Slaver," and poetry by S.A.D.I. and C.S. Calverley. Serials include "The Last Lords of Gardonal" and "The Magic Flower," both by the author of Doctor Austin's Guests. Additional content ranges from practical advice ("Hints to Young Ladies") to scholarly pieces on Firdausi and Lady Nairne's songs.