Historical Fiction:
* "The Great Empress Dowager" (1905): A fictionalized account of the life of Cixi, the powerful Empress Dowager of China.
* "The Romance of Empire" (1905): Another historical novel set in China, depicting the Taiping Rebellion.
* "The American Indian" (1908): A romanticized account of the lives and struggles of Native Americans.
Children's Literature:
* "The Story of the Earth" (1906): A children's book on geology, explaining the Earth's formation and natural history.
* "The Story of the Animals" (1907): A children's book on zoology, covering different animal species and their behaviors.
* "The Story of the Birds" (1911): A children's book on ornithology, exploring the world of birds.
* "The Story of the Sea" (1913): A children's book on marine biology, introducing children to the diverse life in the ocean.
Other Works:
* "The Autobiography of a Newspaper Girl" (1903): A semi-autobiographical novel based on Laws's own experiences as a journalist.
* "The True Story of a Great City" (1906): A non-fiction book about the history and development of New York City.
Laws's writing style is often described as romantic and sentimental. His works are popular with readers interested in historical fiction, particularly those related to China and Native American culture. His children's books are considered valuable resources for introducing children to various scientific topics.
It's worth noting that some of Laws's historical works have been criticized for their romanticized and sometimes inaccurate portrayals of certain historical events. However, they remain popular and provide an interesting glimpse into early 20th-century perspectives on history and culture.