There is no reason why a book dealing with antiquarian subjects should be written in the dry-as-dust method; that it should be clear stands to reason; that it should be as complete as possible is a justification of its being; but beyond these it is eminently necessary that it should be interesting.

It is to every kind of historical student that this book is addressed, especially to those who endeavour to make the dry bones of history live—the author, the artist, and the actor. It is, also, for all who take an intelligent interest in history, and who would wish to see the shifting panorama of men move before their eyes in the right colours and clothes.

PUBLISHED BY

ADAM AND CHARLES BLACK, 4, 5, & 6 SOHO SQUARE, LONDON, W.