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the Southern Cross. A Story of the Chile-Peruvian War. BY CLAUDE H. WETMORE. 335 pages. Illustrated. 12mo. Cloth, $1.50. CONTAINING PRONOUNCING VOCABULARY AND MAP OF CALLAO BAY This is one of the best stories for boys that has been issued, and with great pleasure we heartily recommend it.—Observer. This story is full of thrilling interest and dramatic power. The many picturesque descriptions give a real portrayal of the country and its people.—Book News. This volume is so real that one imagines he is in the centre of action. This doubtless is due to the author’s thorough acquaintance with the customs and conditions of these countries.—St. Louis Star. Just now when there are so many reminders of the differences existing between the South American States, and while the influence of the Pan-American Congress in Mexico is being so strongly felt, this book is very timely. It is a very vivid picture of the war between Chile and Peru in 1879, and a portrayal of the customs and manners of these states that is extremely interesting, and that throws much light on present problems.—Christian Endeavor World. The bitter war of conquest waged by Chile against Peru has never been given any popular presentation until now. The author is a traveler who has covered all of South America and was a resident of Peru when the war broke out. His picture of that period is absorbingly interesting, and the promised sequel of this volume will be awaited with great eagerness.—The Interior. W. A. WILDE COMPANY, Boston and Chicago. |