Ithobal was the first African explorer we know about. He was a sea captain of Tyre, who rescued and married an African Princess, and then induced the King of Egypt to put him in charge of a voyage of exploration of the wonderful land of his wife's birth.

After a voyage of fifteen thousand miles around Africa, he returns after numerous and exciting adventures, which bring out almost every feature of African life and scenery. Ithobal relates the story of his enterprise in a discourse of seven days before the throne of Pharaoh, who crowns him with honors.

Sir Henry M. Stanley, in a letter to the author, says of it:—"You have added greatly to the happiness of many of your race by the production of so unique a poem, so rich in the beauties of the sweet English language."

Other able critics who have read the blind poet's new epic poem unite in calling it even better than the old favorite, "The Light of Asia."

12mo, Cloth, Gilt Top. Illustrated from 36 drawings by Arthur Lumley. $1.50

EQUAL PARTNERS

By Howard Fielding. "This is a thoroughly enjoyable detective story, written in good, crisp style, and with a decided surprise in the last pages. It is adroitly contrived that almost every character in the book shall be suspected of the crime of attempted murder before the actual culprit is discovered. The characters are excellently differentiated, and the story is vastly diverting, nor are there any repulsive features about the book. It is a stirring tale and will enliven a dull evening successfully."—Chicago Tribune. Illustrated. Cloth bound. $1.25

DORIS KINGSLEY, Child and Colonist.

By Emma Rayner, author of "Free to Serve," "In Castle and Colony," etc. This story of the South in the first half of the eighteenth century, opens with one of the strangest episodes in the early history of South Carolina—the pursuit and capture by the Governor of Carolina of a pirate vessel, full, not of treasure, but of English men and women; and the selling of those same unfortunate voyagers as bond servants in the colony. Doris Kingsley, a child stolen from the streets of London, is the youngest of the party, and is the heroine of the story. Doris Kingsley is a novel of absorbing interest, dramatic and historically true. Illustrated. Cloth bound. $1.50

OLD JED PROUTY (A Narrative of the Penobscot).

By Richard Golden and Mary C. Francis. In "Old Jed Prouty" the reading public is presented with a New England character story of unusual interest and merit. The plot, although not an involved one, hides enough mystery to lend the spice of the unknown to the reader's zest, and the simple and natural dÉnouement emphasizes the high moral ethics of the story, and throws into strong relief the deep human sentiments that dominate the tale. Standing out above all, infusing into the fiber of every chapter the rugged sincerity, the homely wit and the quaint philosophy of New England, is the central character about which the pivot of the story turns, "Old Jed Prouty," real in name and real in goodness, who at the time of his life, some thirty years since, was a landmark in the Valley of the Penobscot. Cloth bound $1.50

A MASTER OF FORTUNE, being Further Adventures of "Captain Kettle."

By Cutcliffe Hyne. "It has the dash and tinge of reality that makes you feel as if you were in the midst of it all."—Detroit Free Press.

"The many readers who followed with bated breath the wild adventures of Captain Kettle in the book named for him, will welcome Cutcliffe Hyne's new collection of tales dealing with that remarkable sea dog. The volume is well called 'A Master of Fortune.'"—Philadelphia Press.

"Nobody who has followed the gallant sailor—diminutive, but oh, my!—in his previous adventures around the earth, is going to miss this red-hot volume of marvelous exploits."—N. Y. World. Illustrated. Cloth bound. $1.50

THE ADVENTURES OF CAPTAIN KETTLE.

By Cutcliffe Hyne. The best sea story since the days of Marryat. Captain Kettle is a devil-may-care sea dog, half pirate and half preacher. The author carries him through many hairbreadth escapes and makes him a character that will live long in the annals of fiction. The success of this book is marvelous. Over 80,000 copies have been sold. Illustrated. Cloth bound. $1.50

THE MULLIGANS. A Novel.

By Edward Harrigan. The New York World says: "Mr. Harrigan gave to his Mulligan dramas the most distinctly typical character plays which have ever been seen on the native stage. They were studied and displayed straight from the life of New York and their popularity was unbounded.

His book is one of the most generally interesting of the new season's output."

It is a marvelously entertaining novel, possessing a keenness of wit and humor unsurpassed by any recent work. All the characters stand out, as true to life, as natural and as vivid as if portrayed by Dickens. 12mo. Cloth bound. Illustrated. Price, $1.50

NORMAN HOLT, a Story of the Army of the Cumberland.

By General (Capt.) Charles King. "No more charming historic war story has ever been written. It is Captain King's best, and bearing, as it does, on the great battle of Mission Ridge, although the story is woven in fiction, it adds an invaluable record of that gigantic contest between the two great armies."

"The characters are real, their emotions natural, and the romance that is interwoven is delightful. It is wholesome and one of General King's best, if not his best book."—N. Y. Journal.

"From the first chapter to the last page the interest of the reader never fags. General King has written no more brilliant or stirring novel than 'Norman Holt.'"—N. Y. Press. Illustrated, cloth bound. $1.25

JOHN HENRY, (25th Thousand.)

By Hugh McHugh. "'John Henry' has just 'butted' its way in between the literary bars and capered over the book counters to the tune of twelve thousand copies before its publishers could recover their breath.

"Every page is as catchy as a bar from a popular song.

"The slang is as correct, original and smart as the newest handshake from London.

"In the lottery of humorous books 'John Henry' seems to approximate the capital prize."—N. Y. Journal.

"All who have laughed over 'Billy Baxter' will heartily enjoy this book."—The Bookseller, Newsdealer and Stationer. Cloth bound. $0.75

THE KING OF HONEY ISLAND, (45th Thousand.)

By Maurice Thompson, author of "Alice of Old Vincennes," etc. "'The King of Honey Island' bears quite as many marks of the genius of the author as does 'Alice of Old Vincennes,' with the additional charm, perhaps of more buoyancy and beauty of thought and expression. In 'Alice' Mr. Thompson plumed himself as a master word painter. In 'The King of Honey Island' he developed into a veritable American Ouida, for his descriptive powers are marvelous. Like the true artist that he was, he paints Nature as it looks, not as it is, so that the reader, in glimpsing the battle of New Orleans, hears, almost, the cannon's roar."—The Topeka Capital. Illustrated, cloth bound. $1.50

JOHN WINSLOW.

By Henry D. Northrop. "'John Winslow' is one of those inviting books of country life of which the best part of 'Eben Holden' has come to be the accepted type. Plenty of shrewd common sense in the chief character, a dash of love on the side, an incidental and inevitable bit of human wickedness—but everything in the picture and the framing attractive. This is a book for a wide reach among readers."—N. Y. World.

"Properly ranks with 'Eben Holden,' 'David Harum,' and 'Quincy Adams Sawyer.' The four may be put in a class by themselves as distinctive types of homespun Americans."—The North American.

"Worthy to live with 'David Harum' and 'Eben Holden.'"—Publishers' Weekly. 12mo, illustrated, cloth bound. $1.50

UNDER A LUCKY STAR, a New Book on Astrology.

By Charlotte Abell Walker. Tells what occupation to adopt, and what line of life to follow, what associates and partners to choose, how to recognize the possibilities and limitations of our friends and ourselves, and of other important matters to human life, including suggestions on marriage, being mainly culled from the minds of ancient and modern philosophers. Illustrated, cloth bound. $1.50

THE WAY OF A MAN WITH A MAID.

By Frances Gorden Fane. A clever, well-written story, full of love and pathos, and thrilling with dramatic crises. Each step of the domestic tragedy is skilfully portrayed, until the final climax is reached.

"Its author has made it a powerful, telling story to read."—N. Y. World. Cloth bound. $1.50

THE CROSSROADS OF DESTINY, a Story of Chivalry in the Fifteenth Century.

By John P. Ritter. Author of "The Man Who Dared." This is a wonderfully interesting story, and will find a welcome with all who love to read of deeds of chivalry.

"It is a clean, clear and clever story of chivalry at its best, and will find a great many well-pleased readers."—New York World. Cloth bound, illustrated. $1.25

A CHEQUE FOR THREE THOUSAND.

By Arthur Henry Veysey. (Tenth edition.) It's a jolly good story, bright and clear. Dramatic, full of life and action and a brilliant farce from end to end. You cannot put it down until you finish it, and you will mention it many a time when you want to relate something novel and odd among your friends. Attractively bound in cloth. $1.00

A PEDIGREE IN PAWN.

By Arthur Henry Veysey. Author of "A Cheque for Three Thousand," which has run into its seventh edition. Original, bright, sparkling fun runs all through "A Pedigree in Pawn." It will be talked about and laughed over more than any other book of the year. Illustrated with 14 character drawings. Cloth bound. $1.25

HATS OFF.

By Arthur Henry Veysey. Author of "A Cheque for Three Thousand," etc. A splendid story for summer reading. Are you tired, blue? Read Hats Off! Do you want a story for the hammock? Read Hats Off! Do you want a story with "go," with an original plot? Read Hats Off! Do you want to laugh? Read Hats Off! Cloth bound. $1.25
Paper covers. 50

THE STATEROOM OPPOSITE.

By Arthur Henry Veysey. Author of "A Cheque for Three Thousand," etc. Is a well balanced detective story. It is not overdrawn as such books usually are, but full of mysterious and vital interest. It is a departure from Mr. Veysey's previous humorous style in "A Cheque for Three Thousand," and "A Pedigree in Pawn," proving him to be a remarkably versatile writer. Most of the events take place on shipboard. It is a powerful story, with a most dramatic climax, and inimitably original characters. Cloth bound. $1.25
Paper covers. 50

CLEO THE MAGNIFICENT; or, The Muse of the Real.

By Louis Zangwill. The Boston Times says: "The story is drawn with a master hand and the characters stand forth in clear relief. It is in every way worthy of Mr. Zangwill's reputation." One of the best novels of the year. Cloth bound. $1.50

THE MAID OF BOCASSE.

By May Halsey Miller. Author of "Raoul and Iron Hand." This is a delightful fourteenth-century romance. The Maid of Bocasse was the orphan daughter of a rich count, who dwelt in the Kingdom of Navarre. A Gascon knight made a daring attempt to win the fair chatelaine and her estates, and the entire story is one of struggle, heroism, love, and passion. It is a romance of strength and power. Cloth bound, illustrated. $1.50

WIDOW MAGOOGIN.

By John J. Jennings. The inimitable widow's philosophy on the topics of the day, spoken in her own dialect, is wonderfully funny. As a critic, the "Irish widow" touches upon the foibles of fads and fashions with masterly sarcasm, and Mr. Jennings, in his art, has characterized her with skilful touches true to Nature. Cloth bound. $1.25

THE SONG OF THE SWORD, A Romance of 1796.

By Leo Ditrichstein. This author needs no introduction to the public. In this thrilling story he displays a perfect wealth of plots and critical situations. It is an excellent work, fine and subtle, with many exciting scenes. A spirit of chivalrous romance exudes from each chapter. There is, in fact, an odor of romance all about it. The work spent on the central figures is splendid, and the entire book satisfies the demand for combined entertainment and interest in a historical novel. Cloth bound, illustrated. $1.50

FATHER ANTHONY.

By Robert Buchanan. "One of the most touching and dramatic stories ever written in connection with Irish life. It is a heart-stirring story; and it is the more attractive because Mr. Buchanan writes of Irish life from personal knowledge, and describes places and people with which, and with whom, he has had a long familiarity. Father John is a typical Irish character. Mr. Buchanan has never conceived a more finely-drawn character than Father Anthony. The book can be heartily commended to all classes of readers."—London Weekly Sun. Ten editions have been sold in London. Cloth bound. $1.50