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D. A. (University of Basle).—The Transmigration of Souls. Translated by Rev. H. J. CHAYTOR, M.A., Headmaster of Plymouth College. (Harper's Library of Living Thought.) Fcap. 8vo, gilt tops, decorative covers. Cloth, 2s. 6d. net; leather, 3s. 6d. net. (Post free,

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A concise account of the belief in metempsychosis traceable in ancient and modern history-the theme concerning which Schopenhauer wrote: "Never has a myth, and never will a myth be more closely connected with philosophical truth than this primæval doctrine."

BEVERIDGE,

EVERIDGE, THE HON. ALBERT J.
Russian Advance. With Maps.

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Demy 8vo,

"Mr. Beveridge writes an extremely interesting and informative work on the Russian advance in Eastern Asia. He travelled through Manchuria and the Far East in general, and much of this volume consists of his observations from experience and research on that occasion. He also describes Siberia, and devotes considerable space to certain conditions and tendencies in Russia itself.”—Scotsman.

BEYMER,

EYMER, WILLIAM GILMOUR. On Hazardous Service. Illustrated. Demy 8vo, cloth. 7s. 6d. net. (Post free, 7s. 10d.)

An account of the secret service-the scouts and spies-and their thrilling exploits during the American War of the North and South.

BICK

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ICKERTON, PROF. A. W.-The Birth of Worlds and Systems. Illustrated. Illustrated. Preface Prof. ERNEST RUTHERFORD, F.R.S. (Harper's Library of Living Thought). Fcap. 8vo, gilt tops, decorative covers. Cloth, 2s. 6d. net; leather, 3s. 6d. (Post free, 2s. 9d. and 3s. 9d.).

net.

A graphic account of the formation of new stars from the collision of dead suns or other celestial bodies. The theory throws light on many astronomical problems, and with its conception of an immortal cosmos, is of great philosophical importance.

BIGELOW,

IGELOW, JOHN.-In After Days. 5s. net. (See under HOWELLS).

BIGELOW, POULTNEY.

A History of the

Demy 8vo, cloth decorated.

German Struggle for Liberty. Vol. III.

Illustrated with Portraits.

IOS. 6d.

This third volume covers the period from the Battle of Waterloo, through the stirring times of Kossuth and Lassalle, down to the year 1848.

White Man's Africa. Profusely Illustrated from Drawings by R. CATON WOODVILLE, and from Photographs by the Author. Demy 8vo, cloth.. 7s. 6d. "Bright, comprehensive, and impartial about South African affairs."-Athenæum.

Also a Cheap Edition, without Illustrations. Crown 8vo, cloth. 2s. 6d.

BISI

ISLAND, ELIZABETH, and RHODA BRoughton. A Widower Indeed, Crown 8vo, cloth extra. 6s.

BJÖRNSON, BJÖRNSTJERNE. Paul Lange and

Tora Parsberg. A Play. Translated from the Norwegian by H. L. BRAEKSTAD. With Portrait. Fcap. 8vo, cloth extra, gilt top. 5s.

BOL

OLDREWOOD, ROLF.-Tales of the Austral
Tropics. (See FAVENC, E.)

BONI

OND, C. J., F.R.C.S.—The Great State. 6s. (See under H. G. WELLS).

Bos

OSCAWEN, W. ST. CHAD.-The First of Empires: "Babylon of the Bible" in the Light of Latest Research.

Plans. Cheap Edition. (Post free, 5s. 5d.)

100 Illustrations, Maps, and Crown 8vo, cloth 5s. net.

"It is impossible for us here to deal with the store of knowledge contained in this book, or with the wonderful code of Khammurabi. Mr. Boscawen has produced a work of the highest interest, and one to be studied. He has the rare gift of being able to realise for the present generation the civilisation of thousands of years ago."-Globe.

BOSHER, K. L.-Mary Cary, Frequently

Martha. Illustrated. 8vo, cloth.

3s. 6d.

"Purports to be written by a little girl, an inmate of an orphan asylum; and while it surreptitiously attacks one's tender sensibilities on the pathetic side, it is extremely jocular, satirical, and amusing." -Scotsman.

Miss Gibbie Gault. Crown 8vo, cloth. 6s.

"One of those charming tales whose chief interest lies in the clever characterisation of those with whom it is concerned. Mary Cary figures as the heroine, and over her watches Miss Gibbie Gault with a tender devotion which is touchingly described."-Globe.

The Man in Lonely Land. Frontispiece. 8vo, cloth. 3s. 6d.

A delightful story in which sparkling humour is blended with much sound philosophy.

BOURNE, EDWARD G. (Ph.D.) The American

Nation. Volume III. (See under HART).

BRA

RADY, CYRUS TOWNSEND. A Doctor of
Philosophy. Fcap. 8vo, cloth extra.
3s. 6d.

"This dramatic story is fit to rank high among recent fiction. It will be surprising if before long this clever story is not dramatised. ... Of fascinating interest.”—Scotsman.

BRAEKSTAD, H. L. Paul Lange and Tora

(See BJÖRNSON).

BRISCOE, MARGARET SUTTON.-The Image of

Cloth, crown 8vo.

3s. 6d.

A delightful love story, told with delicacy, charm, and humour.

BROADLEY, A. M.-The Boyhood of a

Great King. An Account of the Early Life of His Majesty Edward VII. (1841-1858). Illustrated by reproductions of a unique series of contemporary Royal Autographs, Portraits, and Drawings. Demy 8vo, handsomely bound in red cloth IOS. 6d. net. (Post free, 10s. 11d.) Edition 42s. net. (Post free, 42s. 9d.)

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de Luxe. Imperial 4to.

"Mr. Broadley has been successful in presenting a graphic picture of the youth of King Edward, and the influences which have aided him to reach the proud and enviable position of being the best loved monarch in the world."-Daily Telegraph.

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"A lovely story, beautifully conceived, and charmingly written."— Liverpool Mercury.

(See also WHOLE FAMILY, THE).

RYAN, WILLIAM JENNINGS. Letters to a

B Chinese Official. A Reply to

from a Chinese Official." Crown 8vo, cloth.

"Letters

2s. 6d.

"Mr. Bryan handles the religious question with much skill. The thesis that Confucianism is superior to Christianity' falls speedily before his vigorous apologetic."-Methodist Times.

BURNS,

E. E. The Story of Great Inventions. Uniform with "The Indoor Book for Boys," and "Machinery Book for Boys," &c. Illustrated. 5S.

"The intelligent boy will learn a great deal of very material importance from this book."-Guardian.

BUT

UTLER, H. J.-Motor Bodies and Chassis. A Handbook for the Maker, Student, and Owner. Foreword by Lord Montagu, Editor of "The Car Illustrated." Demy 8vo, cloth, profusely Illustrated. 6s. net. (Post free, 6s. 5d.)

"A comprehensive work, dealing with the construction of the entire car body-work, as well as mechanism. The author is a thorough master of his subject. I commend this book to brother and sister motorists, to the student and workman of his own trade, and to the public generally."-Rt. Hon. The LORD MONTAGU OF BEAULIEU, Editor of The Car Illustrated.

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ABELL, JAMES BRANCH.-Chivalry. With Ten Illustrations in Full Colour from Paintings by HOWARD PYLE, W. H. LAWRENCE, and ELIZABETH SHIPPEN GREEN. Demy 8vo, untrimmed edges, and gilt top (in a box). 7s. 6d. net. (Post free, 7s. 11d.)

A narrative of pure romance, with love and combat playing chief parts. Deals in a delightful way with divers queens and their lovers.

AMERON,

C Chaperon.

MARGARET. The

Involuntary

Chaperon. Illustrated from Photographs taken

by the Author. Crown 8vo, cloth. 6s.

A delightful story of a charming young widow who undertakes to chaperon the wilful seventeen-year-old daughter of a friend on a trip to South America, where she is being sent out of the reach of a suitor.

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