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Representative of the best French fiction.

A fine volume of short stories, ranking with those of Daudet and Maupassant, by such well-known writers as Pierre Mille, FrÉdÉric Boutet, Maurice Level, RenÉ Benjamin, Alfred Machard.

26s. net.

An exquisite volume with over 20 coloured plates and monotone illustrations from drawings by the author, and a frontispiece of the great Cloth Hall at Ypres—that was. A book that will be of ever-increasing value in years to come. Only a limited number available.

26s. net.

Illustrated with 32 plates in full colour and monotone, from drawings made just before the War. This book of rare beauty, like its companion volume on Flanders, will be a perpetual and highly-prized memorial of the vanished glories of this region of France. Only a limited number available.

Marshal Foch and his Theory of Modern War CAPTAIN A. HILLIARD ATTERIDGE

5s. Author of "Muret," "Marshal Ney," "Famous Modern Battles," "Towards Khartoum," etc.

A book of paramount importance, not only for all military men but the general public, who here, for the first time, see the great French Field-Marshal as a man and a soldier.

A book giving an intimate biographical sketch of the man whose genius may be said to have saved France and Europe at a critical moment; containing a full and clear exposÉ of the theory and practice of strategy, based on Marshal Foch's own books, and on his operations in the present war. It is impossible to overrate the importance of this book, written in a graphic and delightful style, by this well-known expert on military matters and history, the man who was present throughout Kitchener's Soudan Campaign.

6s.

With 3 maps and many illustrations.

A narrative of absorbing interest from a military and human point of view, giving a vivid account of New Zealand's share in the Great War, at Gallipoli and in France, and full of interesting and illuminating observations on the nature of the New Zealander and the people of the Home Country.

2s. 6d. net.

A long, authoritative and spirited account in detail of the actions which have gained for Canada thirty V.C.s in the Great War. Capt. Roberts has had access to the official records, and gives a great many entirely new and interesting facts.

Illustrated.

5s. net.

An illustrated and authoritative account of the Order of the Hospitallers of St. John of Jerusalem, from the earliest time to the present day. It traces its history from the early body of military monks under whose auspices a hospital and a church were founded in Jerusalem; follows them to the island of Rhodes, tells of their troubles there (through the seizure of the island by the Turks), and their subsequent possession of the Island of Malta, the government of which they administered until it was occupied by Napoleon in 1798; and finally ends with the work by members of the Order during the present war.

12s. 6d. net.

An intensely interesting and deeply moving book by the representative of the American Embassy in Berlin during 1916.

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6s. 9d. net.

A book of irresistible charm. The story of three Australians who volunteer for service across the seas, by the one who was left to tell the tale. A book written with dash and spirit, deep pathos and sparkling humour. It will make every Briton proud of the sons of the Commonwealth.

Crown 8vo, cloth, with map, 6s. 9d. net.

A simple narrative of the first months of the war against Russia, by a Roumanian subject of Austria. A book that will shed a flood of light on the mysteries of the question of the "Near East," and all that will be involved in the solution of that question, when the day of Peace arrives.

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Nothing could exceed the charm of this war book, written with tenderness and real wit, giving a true and moving and inspiring account of the sufferings and the dignified attitude of the refugees from Northern France, among whom, and for whom, the authoress worked.

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A collection of most remarkable miracles—personal experiences—retold in a touching manner. A book that will make a special appeal to all those interested in the occult.

3s. 6d. net.

With an introduction by the Rt. Hon. The LORD BEAVERBROOK. Foolscap 4to, with over 60 very original and humorous pen-and-ink sketches by the author. One of the most delightful, refreshing books that has appeared as yet, by a Canadian nursing sister behind three fronts.

Barrister-at-law, Private Secretary to the Assistant Financial Secretary of the War Office. With a Preface by the Rt. Hon. HERBERT SAMUEL, M.P., Chairman of the Select Committee on National Expenditure. 6s. net.

The first book which deals with the financial control of Parliament historically and critically. It shows how Parliament has failed and how it may yet succeed.

Definite Details of German Pre-War Methods in Finance, Trade, Education, Consular Training, etc., adapted to British Needs. 4s. 6d. net.

A book of momentous interest that will be read by every intelligent British man and woman with the eagerness commonly devoted to fiction. The author gives, for the first time, a full account of Germany's system of commercial and scientific education, consular training, etc., with statistics and tables of results. He proves the absolute necessity of reforms in England, if we would retain our trade in the future, and makes valuable and highly interesting suggestions as to how to avert disaster and to checkmate successfully the economic danger confronting the British Empire.

Synopsis of Book.

6s. net (4th Edition)

The most exhaustive and interesting study of Germany's methods for world-wide trade. A book which all commercial men should not fail to read.

The Future Life: In the light of Ancient Wisdom and Modern Science. 6s. 9d. net. LOUIS ELBÉ

The most exhaustive book so far published on the subject, tracing the belief in a future life from the earliest ages down to the present day, among the primitive races as well as the civilised peoples of the East and West. The author is a man of profound learning who has the additional gift of a fascinating style, which is so well preserved in the English translation that it reads like the original. It contains over 100,000 words, and more than 120,000 copies of the French edition have been sold. Such a sale is conclusive proof in itself of the book's excellence.

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A very important book, mainly historical, reviewing, from the Phoenicians onwards, the history of all the nations who have possessed Sea-power, and showing how its possession depends on a national character which is, in itself, antagonistic to despotic rule.

In small booklet form, leather bound, gilt edged, 2s. net.

Edward FitzGerald's first edition of the "Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam," translated into French quatrains for the first time. French and English text side by side. A book for all lovers of Omar Khayyam and a solace for the trenches.

With Twelve Original Illustrations. Large crown 8vo, cloth, 3s. 6d. net

This delightful volume describes Walks and Climbs in the Highlands, chiefly in the more remote and little-visited districts. Readers will be interested and fascinated by the descriptions of these explorations.

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"A more readable record among the mountains, valleys, and lochs of Scotland has probably never been published."—The Western Morning News.

6s. net.

With an Introduction by Sir Edward Poynter, P.R.A.

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A Volume of Verse from MediÆval, Christian and Jewish Mines. Includes "The Building of St. Sophia" and many Legends and other pieces, both serious and humorous, which will be found not only suitable for home use, but also most useful for Public Reading at Parish Entertainments, etc., etc.

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This book contains the fullest details of this most remote part of our dominions. It describes in vivid and picturesque language the island itself, its inhabitants, the occupations, industries, etc., etc., and is illustrated with a map and 37 photographs of both places and people, taken expressly for this work.

"We wish we had room for even a few of the romantic and amusing details, of both of which the book is full; and must conclude by heartily commending it to the general reader."—Church Quarterly Review.

A Biographical Sketch, full of interest.

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A volume of forty-three pieces of humorous verse, including a quartette of Drawing-room Ballads, and seven Cockney Carols. Among the titles are: "The Tyranny of the Tip"—"The Railway Porter's Bank Holiday"—"Books and Bacteria"—"Ode to a Demon Cock"—"Ode to a Pig," etc., etc.

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Being a Selection from the Writings of the late Ellen Mabel Dawson. They include Allegories and Parables from Nature, Verses and Hymns for the New Year, for Easter, etc.

With Frontispiece and a most interesting Preface by the Rev. Edgar Rogers.

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This intensely interesting book gives an account of the doings of the Battalion raised from the Church Lads' Brigade. Among the vivid and striking chapters are: Going to the Front—In France—In Billets—In the Firing Line—The Trenches—The Red Harvest of War, etc.

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His Manners and Morals—The Parson—The City Man—The Soldier—The Lawyer—The Working Man, etc., etc. A Counterblast against "Lovely Woman." Cover by John Hassall.

Dedicated by Special Permission to the Bishop of London.

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A Third Series of these most popular and stirring Ballads. They are seventeen in number, including many of striking general interest; also six remarkable temperance ballads; also three stories, specially written for audiences of men only.

BY THE SAME AUTHOR.

Dedicated to H.R.H. the Princess Louise.

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Including "Harry," as recited with such remarkable success by Mrs. Kendal; also "Mother," and that most striking ballad, "The Doctor's Fee," recited by Canon Fleming.

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Among the Ballads in this Second Series may be mentioned: "How Harry Won the Victoria Cross," being a sequel to "Harry" in the First Series; "In Flower Alley," "Beachy Head: a True Coastguard Story of an Heroic Rescue"; "Shot on Patrol: a True Incident of the Boer War"; "Grit: a True Story of Boyish Courage"; "Granny Pettinger: a True Story of a London Organ Woman"; "A Midnight Struggle," etc., etc.

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A volume of Short Plays for Amateurs. There are five Plays: In the Haymarket, Toller's Wife, Why Cupid Came to Earl's Court, St. Martin's Summer, and Soldiers' Daughters. They are all eminently suited for amateur performers at home or in a theatre.

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Six Original Plays, for Amateur Dramatic Clubs, Village Entertainments, Girls' Schools, Colleges, etc. Easy to stage, easy to dress, and easy to act. These excellent and amusing Plays have already met a very felt want, and are having a very large sale. They are easy to produce and furnish capital entertainments at Christmas and other times, whether in the Drawing-room, at School Prize Days, or at Public Entertainments.

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The chapters are arranged in chronological order from Herodotus to John Richard Green. The book is one of great interest and includes the chief Greek and Latin Historians, in addition to the most important French, English and Scotch writers.

Thirteenth Thousand. In artistic cloth binding. Super-royal 16mo, 3s. 6d. net.

A Collection of Short Tales to be read or told to Children from Four to Ten Years of Age.

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These most original and amusing Pieces (some for men and some for women) will furnish charming and delightful Recitations for Public Entertainments, the Drawing-room, School Prize Days, etc., etc. They are thoroughly up to date. In all, the book contains eight Monologues and two Duologues.

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Puzzles for Parties, Including "Buried Words" and "Word Building," two most entertaining competitive games for afternoon tea-parties or evening entertainments. The answers to be filled in by the guests in a given time.

Complete with Solutions. Fcap. 4to, thick paper wrappers, 1s. net.

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The publishers are confident that these most amusing and instructive Puzzles will be immensely popular with old and young alike.

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Crown 8vo, cloth, 2s. net.

A series of Short Plays in the form of Triologues, Duologues, and Monologues, on thoroughly amusing and up-to-date Subjects. Among the titles are: The Other Woman's Photograph—The Editor and the Girl—The Unfinished Story—Back to the Land—The Lover Exposed—The Jaunt that Failed, etc.

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Crown 8vo, cloth, 2s. 6d.

A most interesting Story for Children, beautifully illustrated by the author. A charming gift-book for birthday or Christmas.

Demy 8vo, 448 pages, with frontispiece. New and Cheaper Edition.
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This Biography covers a period of deep historic interest. The intrigues of Richelieu, the Anarchy of Anne of Austria's Regency, and the despotism of the great Louis had each their special bearing on the fortunes of AngÉlique Arnauld. But her life has a further claim on attention, for she was the friend of FranÇois de Sales and Mme. de Chantal, the inspirer of the religious movement that has Blaise Pascal for its chief exponent, and the leader of the celebrated Nuns and Hermits of Port Royal, whose personal self-devotion, while it proved an effective protest against the moral corruption of the age, won for them the antagonism of the Jesuits.

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Demy 8vo, cloth, 5s. net.

This original book contains a short but interesting and accurate Biography of some eminent person for every day in the whole year. The dates are fixed by the birth or death of each subject. It is a book of deep interest, and full of information as a valuable work for reference.