MRS HUMPHRY WARD'S "MARCELLA."

Otago Witness, Issue 2116, 13 September 1894, Page 47

MRS HUMPHRY WARD'S "MARCELLA."

A now novel by Mrs Humphry Ward must be something of a literary event to all those who remember "Robert Elsmere." "Marcella " is not likely perhaps to create any inch furore; though it may at once be said that it contains some of the writer's very best work. It has nearly all her faults, too. It is long, full, complex, unequal, and occasionally tiresome ; but it is alio brilliant, powerful, and of absorbing interest in its best parts. There are materials in it for two or three good tales ; indeed, one may tbink that the story of the Hurds should hardly have been used as an episode to complicate the love affairs of Marcella and Aldans Raeburn.

No reader should be discouraged by the first book, which is the heaviest and least interesting part of the long novel. In it Mrs Ward is mustering her characters, and describing her scenery in her own laborious and complex manner. She lacks almost entirely that magio touch which in a few telling sentences places scenes and persons bafore as, and can then go straight to the story. All mast be done with full detail and elaboration ; we are not even spared carpetv, wall papers, and cWair covers. Mrs Ward also lacks what may be called atmosphere ; all her characters move in broad daylight or under full gas glare; there is no sense of reserve, mystery, distance, anywhere. Poor Marcella is fairly dissected. One feels that she is not quite a new character ; there is a good deal of Rose Leyburn about her, just as Aldans Raebum may almost be said to be the finished portrait of which Hugh Flazman was tbe first sketch. As the story proceeds, however, new notes of power are stcuck. Mrs Boyce, Marcella's mother, is well worked out and tragically true to life. There are many such women in the world who would echo from their hearts her fealing of scorn for those who " suppose that the human lot was to be mended by a rise in weekly wages, or that suffering has any necessary dependence on the amount of commodities of which a man disposes. What hardship is there in starving and scrubbing and toiling 1 Had she ever seen a labourer's wife scrubbing her cottage floor, without envy, without moral thirst? Is it these things that kill, or any of the great, simple griefs and burdens? Doth man live by bread alone ? The whole language of social and charitable enthusiasm often raised in her a kind of exasperation." Another character, capitally drawn and new to Mrs Ward's pen, is young ' Harry Wharton. This mixed, wayward individuality, with its strength, weakness, temptation*, and great final collapse, is a. lesson indeed, and conveyed with a power far beyond anything in " Robert Elsmere." Colonial readers may in a special manner thank Mrß Ward for her brilliant picture of the world of London life — its politics, fashion, society, ferment, bustle, and toil. In reading the book one feels again the beat of the great world's heart ; tbe stir of a mighty and multitudinous life. The interest of the tale culminates (curiously enough) in the House of Commons, where Marcella for the first time sees Rueburn for what he is. The description of tbe debate and the following entertainment on the terrace is most fascinating ; one almost Beems to have taken part in both. As a matter of detail, one may rejoice that there is throughout the book no such piece of consummate bad taste as the thoughtroadiog scene in Lady Charlotte's drawing room, for which Flaxman oan never be forgiven; or the vulgar absurdity of Lucy Grieves visit to Lord Somebody or other's country home, with its flemkey sentiments and egregious airs of superiority. The characters in "Marcella" throughout are much more real than in 'either of the. other novels. There are no such fevered shadows as move through the pages of " Robert Sismere," or such stiff models of wood or clay as look out from the pages of " David Grieve." One thing is surely strange— strong as Mrs Ward's sympathy is with the poor and uneducated classes, she oannot draw them. Any attempt in this line in "Robert Elsmere" was a hopeless failure, and though much care has bean taken and a certain success realised in " Marcella," one has only to open George Eliot to see the difference between Mrs Ward's best efforts and the real thing.

And the teaching of this last book I—for1 — for Mra Ward is nothing if. not a teacher in her work. One would say that much experience and disappointment have pasged over her since the last part of " Robert Elsmere " was written. There is no hope now of reclaiming the world by a "brotherhood" or by any number of brotherhoods. One mightalmost gather that her last word is " Mend the old." Tbe keynote of the book is personal character. The want of this ia perdition to Henry Wharton.; the possession of. it means everything to Aldans Raebum, who gains on usfrem first to last ; the development of it is the making and aaving of Maicella bersslf ; and the same idea- may be traced through the subsidiary figures. This idea of the value of character is direotly expressed by Marcella when, in speaking of her nurse's work amongst the London poor, she says : "As I go about among these wage earners, tha .emj>b M is-a.Q what I 'wiU-^OCOWB J»_U«

less and less on possession, more and more on character. Igo to two tenements in the same building. One is hell — the other heaven. Why? Both belong to well-paid artisans with equal opportunities ; both, so far as I can see, might have a decent and pleasant life of it. But one is a man — the other, with all his belongings, will soon be a vagabond." Here we have insight and experience expressing sober truth. Throughout the book is full of vigour and reality, together with a wide knowledge of life and a large grasp of modern society with its problems ; it is lighted up, too, V/ith the cordial glow of good womanly feeling and sound, homely sense. For all these things profound gratitude and admiration are due to the great and gifted writer who places such a feast before- us. It is not every day that such a new book as this is off ered to the world of story readers.

(£7* IDtiorlptloni of balls, *«., mnat fc« undone! by «ltb«r ttu Witness oorreipondent for the diitriot «r by the iwretary to tbe kali lommitte*. Tha MS. of «ny oorrejpendenU who do nooomjly with tnli rale will b« «ent to tha leorot&rr for eudors* meat prior t» »ppe*rln».— EMMELINE.] *• tnntt ankllotUoß m ttu Mrthmmiaf line Ittteri i&oald rtaoh tlit Wftnsu offlot If poislble on Saturday night, but oa nt aooount later than Monday nigbt. CONCERT AND BALL AT HYDE. Dear Emmeline,— A very enjoyable concert and ball was held here on the 24th ult. I shall not enter into details of the concert, as a full report appeared in the country columns ; a few particulars of the dresses will, however, be of interest. Miss Connolly, who was considered belle, wore an evening dress of pale green silk finished with pink silk, and looked exceedingly well ; Miss Crozier, also looked very nice in a white evening dress finished with palfc blue silk ; the Misses Bruhns wore dresses of cream delaine with lace and ribbon; Mrs Harvey, maroon with white lace ; Mise Annett, dark skirt and white silk bodice ; Miss Boyd, white ; Miss Dawsou, black ; Miss Healy, black with black silk bodice ; Miss M'Bride, black ; Miss MAuley, white silk bodico and black skirt; Miss Siblin, black. The dresses of several other young ladies were worthy of meution, but unfortunately I did not know their name?.— Stranger.

bachelors' ball at siilton.

Dear Emmeline,— The bachelors of Milton held their annual ball in St. George's Hall on the 31st ult. There were about 40 couples present, and everything went off satisfactorily, music, refreshments, and man agement being all that could be desired. There were many pretty dresses worn, and among those present I noticed Miss Ward, of Roxburgh, in a green cashmere bodice, white embroidered skirt, fan to match ; Misses Wilhemi, Connor, and Joyce all wore pink ; Misses B. Hypes and M. Burke, pink covered with white net ; Miss Hewitson, who made her debut, looked very nice in white trimmed with silver flowers ; the Misses Lynche, white, blue sashes ; Miss Burke, white with green silk sleeves and fan to match ; Miss Maggie Casserly, cream cashmere and heliotrope, fan to match ; Miss N. Ford, maroon dress, white zouave ; Miss M. Hynes, dark green lustre skirt, cream nun's veiling body and a pretty fan ; Miss N. Casserly, green nun's veiling ; Miss J. Wilson, grey bengaline ; Miss J. Reid, grey tweed, white body ; Mrs J. Walsh, a pretty brown tweed. The choice for the belle lay between Miss M. Reid and Miss Levin, the former in brown velvet with pink silk yoke and sleeves, and fan to match, the latter in cardinal cashmere with drapes of pinks atm, pink satin sleeves, and fan to match. All present seemed to enjoy themselves.— A Visitor.

WEDDING AT PALMERSTON.

Dear Emmeline.- The marriage of Miss C. Clark, tjiird daughter of Mr E. Clark, builder, Palmerston, to Mr Thomas Foote, of the Railway department, Oamaru, was celebrated on the 29th ult. in the presence of a numerous circle of relatives and friends of both parties. The ceremony, which took place in the Town Hall, was performed by the Rev. James Clarke. The bride was given, away by her father, her sister. Miss E. Clark, being bridesmaid, while the bridegroom's brother acted as best man. The bride looked charming in a very pretty dress of cream cashmere richly trimmed with lace, and wearing a veil looped up with orange blossoms. She wore a gold brooch, the gift of the bridegroom. After the ceremony was performed, the bride's cake duly cut and served round, and the congratulations of friends present extended to the happy couple, the invited guests, to the number of 250, sat down to the wedding breakfast, which was laid on tables the full length of the hall, fairly groaning with the good things provided. The health of the happy couple was duly j proposed and drunk in bumpers, and responded to by the bridegroom. Then followed the healths of the parents of the bride and bridegroom, responded to by Mr Foote, sen., and Mr E. Clark. The company adjourned at 5.30 to accompany the hanpy couple to the railway station to catch the train for Oamaru, whence they proceeded on their honeymoon en route to Christchurch and the Hot Springs, the departure of the train being the signal for the discharge of numerous fireworks and hearty cheering by those assembled to see them off, the station platform being crowded. The guests, together with the young people of the district, again assembled at the hall at 7 p.m. for the dance in honour of the occasion, the hall being literally packed to the doors. However, everyone seemed to fully enjoy themselves, and well they might, for what with the excellent music and the liberal refreshments provided it would have been strange if they did not. The fun was fast and furious, and was kept up till 5 o'clock next morning. Before separating three hearty cheers were given by the company for the newly-married couple, and also for those who had contributed to the evening's enjoyment. The town presented quite a holiday appearance, and numerous flags were hoisted from private and public buildings. I will now endeavour to give a list of the dresses worn by some of the guests ; also a list of the presents, but the latter will not be a complete one, as several tickets were off the presents when I was taking notes. Miss Clark (bridesmaid) wore an old rosecoloured cashmere ; Mrs Clark (mother of the bride) looked very nice in a lovely blank figured cashmere richly trimmed with jet, and a vest of pink silk merveilleux ; Mrs B. Cockerell (sister of the bride), maroon broche silk ; Miss Cockerell (niece of the bride), a pretty dress of navy blue velvet; Mrs Foote (mother of the bridegroom), black silk richly trimmed ; the Misses Foote (cousins of the bridegroom), grey dresses ; Mrs Riddle, black satin ; Mrs Gow, black watered silk ; Mrs (Dr) Hislop, grey, dress, hat to match ; Mrs Raymond, fawn dress, pretty bonnet ; Mrs Gwynne, brown silk ; Mrs Geddes, blue shot moire; Mrs J. Duncan, black cashmere; Mrs M'Ritchie, black cashmere, jet trimming ; Mrs Jeff, black silk ; Mrs Hardy, black dress ; Mrs "Walker, black dress; Mrs Clarkson, grey dress richly trimmed with lace ; Mrs D. Ross (Meadowbank), black silk dress; Mrs J. M'Gill (Waikouaiti), black cashmere, pretty bonnet ; Mrs Gillespie, brown dress trimmed with velvet ; Mrs J. M'Donald, black silk ; Mrs Edwards, black dress, white vest. The presents were very numerous :— Mrs Clark tea set, Mrs Duncan table cloth, Colonial Bank staff silver jally dishes, Mr and_ Mrs Aitken set of jugs, Mr and Mrs Goodwin case of silver spoons, Mr Crump set of silver spoons, Mr Weir set of carvers, Mr and Mrs Hardy silvermounted pickle jar, Misses Hardy workbasket, toilet requisite, and ruby water bottle, Dr and Mrs Hislop pair of large trays, Mr and Mrs Gwynne silvev cruet stand,- Miss«s Gwynne case of silver spoons, Miss V. Gwynne tea and coffee set, Mr D. M'Donald large tray, Miss M'Donald biscuit barrel, Miss Pagan teapot, Miss Black, two glass jugs, Miss Philip pair of curtains and cake dish, Mrs M'Gill table cloth and toilet set. Misses Puddy setof jugs, Mr A. Park fet of jugsand teapot.lMissj Walker rub v flower stand, MissGillev pi« clock, Miss Park half a dozen glass pictures, Mr Gillespie (jun.) silver biscuit barrel, Miss Malloch one dozen knives and forks, Mr and Mrs Gow one dozen dessert knives and folks, Mr E. Clark (jun.) cheffonier, Mrs Gray white bed quilt, Mrs Robson handsome satin cushion and sealskin bag, Mrs H. Williams, two toilet covers, Miss M'Ritchie silver and oak biscuit barrel, Miss D. M.'Ritchie doyley, Mr Ross (Meadowbank) silver cake dish, Miss Ross .(Meadowbank) handsome cushion and d'oyley, Mr

and Mrs Youug tea tray and cosy, Mr R. Young pin cushion, Misse3 Millar set of silvev teaspoons, Mr Foote (jun.) pictme, Mr EdwaHs photo in frame of bridegroom, .Mr Arkle lamp, Mrs Arkle ruby and gold water jug and glass, Mrs Raymond hand mirror, Mr and Mrs Milne half-a-dozen china cups and saucers, Misses Milne ruby butter cooler and cake dishes, Porteoiis brothers silver-mounted biscuit barrel, Father Donnelly (Wellington) handsome silver cake dish, Mrs Sloan pair vases, Miss Paul flower stand, Miss M'Queen pair of glass shoes, Mr Clark overmantel, Mr Fo )te (sen.) silver teapot, Mr Lawson silver-mounted biscuit barrel, Mr D. Findlay picture, Mr and Mrs Vance pair of blankets, Mr and Mrs Jeffs silver-mounted butter cooler, Mr and Mrs Riddle honey ja>v Mr and Mrs Wren pair of vases, Miss Outred pair of vases, Mr G. Sutherland pair of yase-i, Miss Ferry pair of vases, Misses Foote pair of vases, Mrs Freeman pair of vases, Mr and Mm M' Donald cruet stand, Mr Stedman (Dunedin) cruet stand, Mr J. Stenhouse silver breakfast cruet, Mr J. Millar silver breakfast cruet, Mr D. Millar set of flat irons, Mr and Miss Stenhouse case of silver and gold jam spoons, a Friend butter dish, a Friend tea set, MrsHosie glass biscuit barrel, Miss M'Dougall pair ornaments, Miss Wright half dozen dessert knives, a Friend cheque, Mrs Jackson two glass jugs and sugar basin, a Friend set of carvers, Mrs Cockerell (sister of the bride) pair of feather pillows and bolster, a Friend cookery utensils, a Friend shoe brushes, Miss Marshall (Wellington) toilettes, Mr J. Smith pair Sanioan shells.— Lily. WEDDING AT DUNTROON. Dear Emmeline,— On Wednesday, the 29th ult., Duntroon presented a most unusual appearance of gajety, the occasion being the marriage of Miss Jessie AI Bean to Mr J. Sutherland. Both bride and bridegroom have been residents for many years in this district, and they are both well known and very popular, and the whole country side took great interest in the proceedings. About 80 guests were present at the marriage ceremony, which took place in the Public Hall at 3 o'clock, the service being performtd by the Rev. P. S. Hay. The bride was attended by her sister (Mis 3 Louie M'Bean) and Miss Ylinuie M'Gregor, as bridesmaids, while Mr R. M'Gillivray officiated asbestman, andMr J. M'Bean as groomsman.. After the ceremony, when both bride and bridegroom had been duly congratulated, cake and wine were handed round and music was indulged in. The party then adjourned to the Railway Gpodsshed for the breakfast. The shod was beautifully decorated, no trouble being spared, and made a capital dining room. After the good things had been discussed, the healths of bride and bridegroom, bridesmaids, and parents were drunk with great enthusiasm, and thanks were duly returned by the bridegroom, the best man, and the parents. In the evening a ball was held in the Public Hall, at which fully 150 guests were present. The grand inarch started at 8 o'clock, and over 50 couples took part" in it. Dancing was continued till 5 o'clock with intervals for singing and refreshment. The music, which wai exceptionally good, was gratuitously supplied by Miss Beveridge (piano), and Messrs A. Sutherland, Crawford, ana Pocklington (violins). The bride wore a very handsome dress of pink and grey shot fancy_ material, with sleeves and trimmings of surah silk. The bodice was finished . with steel passementerie, and had a spray of or-tnge blobsom at neck. The loDg tulle veil, which depended from a wreath of orange blossoms, and a large bridal bouquet completed the costume. The bridesmaids were dressed alike in pale green delaine trimmed with white lace. They carried bouquets of yellow daffodils with yellow ribbon streamers. Mrs \V. Gard (sister of bride) wore navy blue cashmere trimmed with fancy velvet ; Mrs W. Bell (sister of bride), black dress relieved with white lace ; Mrs W. Sutherland (sen.), black silk ; Mrs W. Sutherland (jun.), heliotrope diagonal cloth trimmed with beugaline shot silk and cream lace ; Mrs A. G. Sutherland, gold and brown shot material ; Mrs J. T. M'Quivde, green silk ; Mrs Carling, black cashmere with trimmings of cardinal velvet and black lace ; Mrs D. Grant, brown dress with velvet trimmings ; Mrs Earl, black striped grenadine ; Mra Jardine, black bengaline with front of yellow {satin covered with lace, and trimmed with merveilleux and passementerie; Mrs W. Gardiner, black merveilleux with ' trimmings of jet and chiffon; Mrs Morris, ! black velvet with trimmings of shot silk and cream lace ; Mrs Nicolson, black dress relieved with white lace; Mrs J. A. Taylor, brown fancy cloth ; Mrs J. B. Taylor, black silk ; Mrs More, black lace with cream front; Mrs Murdoch, black satin with jet trimmings ; Mrs A. Bell, black silk ; Mrs Bennett, black fancy cloth ; Mrs Thomas, grey silk ; Mrs J. M'Quade, black cashmere ; Mrs Cain, brown cloth trimmed with coffee lace ; Mrs Pryde, black costume ; Mrs Welsh, black marveilleux; Mrs Francis, fawn tweed ; Mrs White, black cloth dress ; Mrs Little, black dress with jek trimmings ; Mrs Farquharson, black cashmere trimmed with lace and jet ; Mrs Dewar, black silk ; Mrs Crothers, cream nun's veiling and heliotrope sash ; Mrs Hay, brown and gold shot material ; Mrs J. Johnstone, green velvet with white lace ; Mrs M'Millan black cashmere ; Mrs M'Nair, black grenadine ; Mrs James Pringlo, navy blue embroidered dress ; Mrs John Priugle, white blouse and dark skirt; Mrs Yardley, coffee-coloured dress trimmed with shot silk ; Mrs Fraser, brown with gold braid ; Mrs Lister, old gold shot material trimmed with laco ; Mrs P. Falconer, cream muslin delaine ; Mrs Henderson, grey costume ; Mrs G. Bell, pale blue covered with black lace ; Mrs J. Park, salmon pink dress ; Mrs J. Sutherland, black costume ; Miss M'Gregor, cream liberty bilk ; Miss M. M'Gregor, pale green delaine; Miss Bee, pink and green shot silk ; Miss Nellie Bee, coral pink crepon; Miss Carling, p*le grey cashmere trimmed with vandyke 3of white lace ; Miss Hille, cream with pink silk trimmings ; Miss ll'Quade, apple green cashmere ; Miss Adams, black dress ; Miss Hay, brown costume ; Miss Grant, sea foam cashmere trimmed with lace ; Miss L. Grant, pink dress with white lace ; Miss M'lvor, navy blue j Miss Maggie M'lvor, electric blue trimmed with white lace ; Miss Beveridge, grey shot costume ; Miss Prmgte, fawn dress with trimmings to match ; Miss M'Vicar, brown costume, pink ribbons ; Miss Fridd, white dress relieved with pale blue ; Miss B Fridd, white with pale blue trimmings ; Miss Pryde, black lace dress with pale blue sleeves ; Miss Leonard, white, and cardinal ribbons ; Miss E. Leonard, white with white lace ; Miss Richmond, black trimmed with pink Liberty silk ; Miss Gallagher, cardinal dre^s; Miss Delaney, white a"nd pink dress ; Miss Prater, pink bodice and maroon skirt ; Miss Green, white and blue costume ; Misses Francis, pale blue muslin. The happy pair left Ngapara en route for Christchurch, where they spend their honeymoon. The wedding presents were numerous. Mr and Mrs W. Sutherland (jun.) silver tea and coffee service, Mr and Mrs A. G. Sutherland silver teapot, Mr and Mrs J. T. M'Quide gold brooch. Miss L. M'Bean pair of plaques, Master* Jack and George Sutherland silver butter dish and knife, Mr J. M'Bean travelling rug and strap*, Messrs R. and D. M'Bean lamp, Master W. Gard crystal jelly di*h and sugar basin, Miss J. Grant (Gore) pair vases, Mr J. Grant Ayrshire cow, Mr G Grant album, Mr W. Gardiner (Tapanui) silver hot water kettle and spirit lamp, Mr and Mrs Morris tea kettle and cosy, Mr R. M'Gillivray clock, Mr and Mrs Nicolson pair va<-es and salt cellars, Mr H. M'Gregor aneroid and barometer, Mr and Mrs More Sevrrs china afiernoon tea soivice, Mr and Mrs Dorsey silver and crystal biscuit barrel, Mr W. Bell (Otekaike) cheque, Miss Adams bread plate and server, Mr and Mrs Johnstone pair candlesticks and vases, Mrs Jardine pair bra«s candlesticks, Mr and Mrs W. Gardiner case of silver afternoon teaspoons, Mr J. Miller toilet set, Mr and Mrs James Pringle pair vasea, the Misses Francis splasher and pair of pillowslips, Miss Frater tea cosy, Mr and Mrs Bee- set of carvers, 'Misses Bee silve 1 " jelly dish, Mr R. G. ■Bell hearthrug, Mr W. Rolands cheque, Mr and Mrs B B. Welsh ■ ry-ta l epersne Jlisj Richmond sofa cushion, Mis M'Millan ->et of irons, Mr and Mrs C. Faulkner silver butter dish, Mr and Mrs W. Stringer silver cruet, Mr and Mrs Bradshaw silver and crystal marmalade jar, Mr and Mrs Pryde set of jug*, Mr and Mrs Lister crystal fruit dish and salt cellars, Mr and Mrs Thomas tray cloth, Miss Livingston tray cloth, Miss Beveridge bed sachet and set of doyleys, Mrs and Misses M'Gregor case of carvei-3. Miss Minnie M'Gregor b-aded pin cushion, ..Mr Herbert Munro biscuit b»rrel with silver top, Mr G. Sut' .erland case of silver jam Bpoons, Mis 3 Nivr.n /Duntdin) silver butter

knives, Mr Hoddenott silver dinner cruet, MB Hille plush cushion, Miss E. Hille, plv.sh brackf drape, Misses Leonard counterpane, Mr J. Lat{ rence silver butter knife and jam spoon, Miss C Fridd crystal cream jug and sugar basin, Miss 4 Fridd crystal flower boat, Mr ani Mrs Jam* Sutherland china tea set, Mr G. Harvey fiowaf epergne, Mr and Mrs J. Park pair of vnses, Mj and Airs A. Murdoch stiver biscuit barrel, Mr ani Mrs Little case of silver butter knives, Mr an( Mis Crothers album, Mr Frank Mo watt silvej butter dish and knife, Mr A. Earl fcraoket, Mg Hardie and Mrs Glachan silver fruit service, M| and Mrs Piper hand-painted mirror, Mr and Mir A. Lawrence cheese dish and butter dish, Mr{ Bullen teapot, Mr and Mrs Earl water jvtl and bracket, Mr and Mrs A. Bell bedroom set Miss Green pair of vases, Messrs D. and T. Par! velvet pile table cover, Mr and Mrs Dewar pair a vases, Mrs Hay tray cloth, Miss Hay lace hand kerchief, Mr and Mrs J. Henderson ornaments Mr D. Milligan silk handkerchiefs, Missel Robertson cups and saucers and pair of bellow^ Mr and Mrs A. Grant case of silver writing appli ances^Miss Grant ornaments, Miss L Grant ink stand, Mr and Mrs J. B. Taylor dinner knives and forks, Mr and Mrs Yardley pair vases and crystal jelly dish, Miss Meeking mirror bracket., Mr and Mrs Don towels. Miss K. Don handkerchief box, Masters D. and C. Don water Lottie and jellj dishes, Miss M'Gillivray ornaments, ■ Mrs Fai>( quharson pair of fancy pillow slips, Mr and Mr» John Pringle pair of vases, Mr and Mrs Fiasei cheesy dish, Mr and Mrs Bennett pair of bionz< candlesticks, Mr W. Grant picture. Mr D. Grant pair of candlesticks, Mr Ambrose Craok a'iurn.-i Chkvsanth emu m.