THE NATURALIST.

A MONTHLY ILLUSTRATED JOURNAL OF NATURAL HISTORY. Editors T. SHEPPARD, F.G.S., F.S.A. (Scot.), and Dr. T. W. WOODHEAD, F.L.S., with the assistance as Referees in Special Departments of J. Gilbert Baker, F.R.S., F.L.S., Prof. P. F. Kendall, M.Sc., F.G.S., Riley Fortune, F.Z.S., T. H. Nelson, M.B.O.U., Geo. T. Porritt, F.L.S., F.E.S., John W. Taylor, William West, F.L.S.

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The Naturalist is the oldest Scientific Periodical in the British Isles, dating back to 1833. It has thus existed for well upwards of seventy years a fact that speaks convincingly of the continued interest and practical utility which have invariably characterised its pages.

The Naturalist to-day numbers amongst its contributors many leading scientific writers, whose original contributions record the latest results of their work. The Magazine is specially devoted to papers and notes bearing upon Natural History, Geology, and Prehistoric Archæology. Every effort is also made to ensure the journal being of the greatest value to Field Naturalists, no matter in which branch of Natural History they may be interested. High-class Plates and numerous Illustrations in the

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Bound volumes of The Naturalist for 1906, 1907, 1908 and 1909 can be had, tastefully bound in blue cloth boards, 7/- each net. They form handsome, well illustrated and most acceptable presents to all interested in out-door life.

GEOLOGICAL RAMBLES IN EAST YORKSHIRE.

By THOMAS SHEPPARD, F.G.S.

247 pages, Demy 8vo, suitably bound in cloth, 7/6 With over 50 illustrations from photographs, etc., by Godfrey Bingley and others, and a geological map of the district.

CONTENTS.-Introduction-Spurn and Kilnsea-Kilnsea to WithernseaWithernsea to Hornsea-Hornsea to Bridlington-Bridlington to Dane's Dyke The Drifts of Flamborough Head-South Sea Landing to Speeton-Speeton and Bempton-The Speeton Clay and Filey Bay-Filey Brig-Filey Brig to Gristhorpe-Gristhorpe to Scarborough-Scarborough-Scarborough to Robin Hood's Bay-Robin Hood's Bay-Robin Hood's Bay to Whitby (the Yorkshire Lias)--Whitby to Redcar-The Humber-Hull to Hessle-Hessle-Hessle to Brough-The Oolites of Brough and South Cave-The Yorkshire Wolds-Holderness-Index.

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HE MAKING OF EAST YORKSHIRE: A chapter in Local Geography. BY THOMAS SHEPPARD, F.G.S., F.S.A. (Scot.). Containing 29 pages, Demy 8vo, illustrated with 4 full-page plates on best paper, and strongly bound in stout covers, 1/- net.

Nature Notes:-"It is certainly a good notion that Teachers should be given a simple elementary exposition of the geological structure and history of their district, illustrated with views, which they can cut out and pin up on the blackboard. Mr. Sheppard is fully competent to provide such a résumé of the geology of East Yorkshire."

THE BIRDS OF YORKSHIRE.

By T. H. NELSON, M.B.O.U.

With the co-operation of W. EAGLE CLARKE, F.R.S.E., F.L.S., and F. BOYES. There has scarcely been a Yorkshire Naturalist living within the past thirtyfive years who has not contributed manuscript notes or lists to the store available for reference.

Small Paper Edition. Demy 8vo, containing 901 pages of letterpress and upwards of 200 illustrations beautifully printed in double tone ink on best Art Paper, from photos by R. Fortune, F.Z.S., and other well-known naturalist photographers, also three three-colour plates and specially designed title pages in colours. Strongly bound in a fast coloured cloth binding. 25/- net.

Large Paper Edition (only 250 copies printed) Demy 4to, specially prepared with wide margins for additional records, notes, etc. 42/- net.

The famous Naturalist Lecturer, Mr. R. Kearton, F.Z.S., in his review of this work for the Daily Chronicle, writes:-" In his preface the author says that this work is based upon an unrivalled and exceptionally complete mass of material, that it is comprehensive in scope, and that the account of each species dealt with in its pages includes particulars of faunistic position, distribution, migration, nidification, folk-lore, varieties, and vernacular names. This bold claim is thoroughly justified. Having been born and brought up amongst the birds in one of the wildest parts of the County of Broad Acres,' I found myself more or less qualified to test the accuracy of the author's statement when his two handsome volumes came into my possession, and I am bound to confess that he does not in the least overstate the claims of the work. I have again and again put its accuracy and fulness to the severest of tests, and in each instance it has come out triumphant. Mr. Nelson and his literary and pictorial helpers have placed all British ornithologists under a deep debt of gratitude by the production of one of the best and completest county histories of birds ever published." A detailed prospectus will be posted free to any address on application.

THE FLORA OF THE EAST RIDING OF YORKSHIRE, including a
Physiographical Sketch.
By JAMES FRASER ROBINSON.

With a List of the Mosses, by J. J. Marshall, and a specially prepared coloured geological map, showing the botanical divisions of the district.

253 pages, Demy 8vo, bound in cloth boards, 7/6.

A special Interleaved Edition has also been prepared for notes, 10/6 net.

This concise and comprehensive volume on the Flora of East Yorkshire has been compiled by an ardent botanist-schoolmaster, who has scientifically studied the district for nearly twenty years, and whose knowledge of the subject is highly authoritative. The connection between the plants and the soil upon which they grow being so close, the author gives a valuable chapter on the Geological and Geographical features of East Yorkshire; also a chapter on the climatic conditions as they affect the plants; and a useful Topographical Summary showing the botanical places of interest and the nature of the ground.

Knowledge:" Among the many local floras published of late years, the present book will take a high place."

THE SHAPING OF LINDSEY BY THE TRENT.

By F. M. BURTON, F.G.S., F.L.S.

Contains 72 pages, Crown 8vo, and 8 full-page illustrations on art paper. Bound in art vellum, gilt lettered. 2/- net.

A short, explicit work, of value to geologists and all interested in the formation of the Lincolnshire landscape.

A DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE OF THE DOBREE COLLECTION OF EUROPEAN NOCTUAE. Compiled by HORACE B. BROWNE, M.A. 156 pages, Demy 8vo, Thread Sewn, 1/- net.

The Dobree Collection belongs to the Hull Corporation, and consists of a magnificant series of specimens obtained from almost every district of the entire Palaearctic Region from Iceland to Vladivostock. It contains no fewer than 654 species, and more than 300 named varietal and aberrational forms, besides others that have not received that distinction.

MODERN METHODS FOR SECURING SURGICAL ASEPSIS.

By EDWARD HARRISON, M.A., M.D., F.R.C.S.,

Notes for Surgeons and Nurses. 144 pages, illustrated with 15 full-page plates and 18 figures in the text. Strongly bound in Art Vellum, 3/6 net.

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HISTORY AND ANTIQUITIES.

FORTY YEARS' RESEARCHES IN BRITISH AND SAXON BURIAL MOUNDS OF EAST YORKSHIRE.

By J. R. MORTIMER. (Founder of the Mortimer Museum at Driffield). Including Romano-British Discoveries, and a Description of the Ancient entrenchments on a section of the Yorkshire Wolds.

With over 1000 illustrations from drawings by Agnes Mortimer.
800 pages, 12 × 8, bound in a seal back, cloth sides, gilt top, 50/- net.

There are few parts in the British Isles that have yielded so many interesting relics of pre-historic times as has East Yorkshire, and few districts have been so thoroughly explored. For over forty years Mr. J. R. Mortimer has been investigating the various barrows and other early monuments of the Riding. The results of his labours are now given to the world in the form of a volume, and, unquestionably, the work is one of the most valuable contributions to archæology that has been issued for some time. Mr. Mortimer's museum at Driffield, in which his geological and archæological collections are arranged, has long been a place of reference alike to professors and students. A detailed prospectus of the work will be posted free to any address on application.

THE EARLY HISTORY OF THE TOWN AND PORT OF HEDON, IN
THE COUNTY OF YORK.
By J. R. BOYLE, F.S.A.

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CONTENTS.-The Origin of Hedon-The Borough of Hedon-The Port of Hedon-The Churches of Hedon-The Institutions of Hedon-The Topography of Hedon-Tenure of Hedon-An Appendix of 34 Notes, occupying 207 pagesGlossary-Index.

The little town of Hedon has a history of almost unique interest. Springing into existence very soon after the Norman Conquest, it rapidly advanced to a position of wealth and prosperity, which ranked it, in the twelfth century, amongst the great towns of England. In the present work the origin of Hedon, its progress, and the early period of its decline, are carefully traced. The appendix contains full transcripts of the documents on which the writer has based his history of the town.

TWO THOUSAND YEARS OF GILD LIFE: An outline of the History and Development of the Gild System from early times, with special reference to its application to Trade and Industry, together with a full account of the Gilds of Kingston-upon-Hull, from the fourteenth to the eighteenth century. By the Rev. Canon J. MALET LAMBERT, M. A., LL.D. Demy 8vo, cloth, 18/- net. Large paper, Demy 4to, 27/- net. With 11 full-page illustrations.

CONTENTS.-Sociological Theories as to the Origin of Gilds-Gilds in Greek and Roman Antiquity-Origin and Earliest Forms of the English Gilds-Gilds after the Conquest-Influence of the French Commune upon English Town Appearance of Gilda Mercatoria-Religious and Social Gilds-Gilds of Kingstonupon-Hull-Gilds of Corpus Christi, Holy Trinity, Minstrels for North of England-Hull Trading Companies-Merchants of the Staple-Merchant Adventurers-Gild of St. George-Merchants' Company, Hull-Fraternities of the Crafts: the Weavers, the Glovers, the Brewers, the Tailors, the Joiners, the Carpenters, the Goldsmiths, the Bricklayers, the Coopers, the Bakers, the Cobblers, the Innholders, the Shipwrights, the Barbers--Gilds of the Christian Church, etc.

THE REGULATIONS AND ESTABLISHMENTS OF THE HOUSEHOLD OF HENRY ALGERNON PERCY, THE FIFTH EARL OF NORTHUMBERLAND, AT HIS CASTLES OF WRESSLE AND LECKONFIELD, IN YORKSHIRE, Begun Anno Domini MDXII.

A New Edition. Edited with Additional Notes. 488 pages, Demy 8vo, uncut, gilt top, strongly bound in Art Canvas and Stout Boards to match, 8/6 net.

This book is of distinct historic value and interest. It exhibits a curious mixture of ancient manners and customs of our fifteenth century nobility, who lived in their castles in a state of splendour scarce inferior to that of the Royal Household. The number of persons in the Northumberland Household was one hundred and sixty-six, and the sum assigned annually for house-keeping was one thousand pounds. Another observable article was that the Earl had but one set of furniture, so, when he moved from one of his castles to another, my lord's chariot (drawn by seven "trottynge horses), and the carriages and carts employed in such a removal, formed a caravan nearly equal to those that traverse the deserts of the East.

THE GROTESQUE IN CHURCH ART. By T. TINDALL WILDRIDGE. Revised and cheaper Edition, with nearly 150 illustrations, bound in eloth boards, 7/6.

The subject of this volume is one which proves of peculiar fascination to almost every visitor to Gothic edifices, being one that has ever provoked the mirth of the curious and the curiosity of the cultured.

To enquire into the origin of Grotesques or of the ideas underlying them, into the causes of their execution and retention, and to mark into what classes they fall, are among the objects of this volume.

The Academy." The combination of literary and artistic talent which Mr. Wildridge possesses renders this work of great value."

STORIES FROM NORTHUMBRIA.

A Collection of Literary Extracts on subjects relating to the six Northern Counties of England.

248 pages, Post 8vo, 50 illustrations, and tastefully bound in cloth boards, 2The aim of the Compiler has been to collect, from various writers, glimpses of Northumbrian life, scenes and people. The different stories are instructive as well as interesting, and calculated to foster a deeper and closer study of the Northern Counties of our Country.

BYGONE LINCOLNSHIRE: Its History, Folk-lore, and Memorable Men and Women.

Edited by WILLIAM ANDREWS, F.R. H.S. Bound in half leather, gilt top, Demy 8vo, 2 vols. 15/- net. Also in cloth boards, uncut, 12/6 net.

CONTENTS OF VOL. I.-Historic Lincolnshire Ancient Boat at Brigg Havelock, the Dane-Crowle Stone-A Roman Arch-A Curious LegendQuaint Land Tenures and Customs-Swineshead: King John's Death Barton-on-Humber in the Olden Time-Pirates in the Humber-Pilgrimage of Grace-Horncastle or Winsby Fight-Somersby Manor and Cross-Some Old Lincolnshire Gilds--Somerton Castle and its Royal Captive-The Champion— Haxey Hood-Bull-Running-Henry Welby, the Grub Street Hermit -Plague in Alford, 1630-Kirke White in Lincolnshire.

CONTENTS OF VOL. II.—Lincoln Cathedral-Lincoln Castle-Tattershall, its Castle and Church-Bolingbroke Castle-Ancient Stained Glass at Barton-onHumber, and the great Earl Beaumont-Population of Lincolnshire-Superstitious Beliefs and Customs-Legend of Byard's Leap-Thornton AbbeyWitches of Belvoir--Battle of Lincoln-Lincoln Fair-Alford Fight-Robert de Brunne-Dr. Dodd, the Forger-Sir Isaac Newton-Barton-on-Humber Ferry-Lincolnshire, a Century Ago-Spalding Gentlemen's Society---The Great Brass Welkyn of Boston.

THE RIVERS OF AXHOLME, with a History of the Navigable Rivers and Canals of the District. By GEORGE DUNSTON, M.I.M.E.

168 pages, Demy 4to, bound in cloth, gilt top, with folding maps and plans, 10/- net.

PART I. :-Early History of the Island--During the Middle Ages-Axholme before the Drainage-Drainage of Axholme and Hatfield-Modern Improvements in the Drainage.

PART II.-Idle River-Trent River-Dun River---Chesterfield Canal-Nottingham Canal-Fossdyke Navigation-Dearne and Dove Canal Stain forth and Keadby Canal-Sheffield Canal.

APPENDICES:-Report of Enquiry of Bykersdike, 1532--Report of Enquiry on Bykersdike, 1571-Report of Enquiry on Haxey Common, 1596-Vermuyden's Agreement with Charles I., from Stovin-Smeaton's Report-Alexander's Report on the River Bykersdike--Leather's Report on the Drainage.

Mining Engineering." The historical portion shows evidences of long and careful research into documents and records of bygone ages, and gives an excellent account of an engineering feat that altered the whole face of the countryside of the district.'

A HISTORY OF THE HUMBER LODGE, No. 57.

By GEORGE A. SHAW, P.M., P.Z.
(Lecture Master, 1907-8-9).

192 pages, Demy 8vo, with 7 full-page Plates (Portraits, etc.). Cloth Boards, gilt top, 5/- net.

Contains the history of one of the oldest Lodges in England, dating back to 1756, and the contents appeal strongly to all members of the craft who desire to know more of the way in which Masonry has been built up. The Humber Lodge is in a flourishing condition, has given off two younger Lodges, and the author claims that it is a model of what a Masonic organisation ought to be.

FIFTY YEARS' RECOLLECTIONS OF HULL: Half-a-Century of Public Life and Ministry. By the late Rev. JAMES SIbree.

133 pages, Crown 8vo, cloth bound, 2/- net.

Interesting Recollections of Hull in the middle of the Nineteenth Century.