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*The Wonder Books*
_Each Crown 4to, Picture Boards, 6s. net. Twelve to
Sixteen Coloured Plates in each. 264 Pages.
Over 300 Illustrations._
These are not Annuals, but gift books appropriate to every season of the
year and to every occasion--birthdays, prize-givings, Christmas, etc.
They are constantly revised and brought up to date, and contain much
that is of interest not only to young people but to their elders.
*The Wonder Book of Aircraft*
All about our wonderful Air Services "the most romantic fighting force
in history." Tells also of the new age about to dawn when airships and
aeroplanes will be as commonly used as railway trains and motor cars.
No single volume published since the beginning of aviation has contained
such a wealth of illustrative material, coloured plates, drawings and
photographs. A truly fascinating book.
*The Wonder Book of the Navy*
Describes the Navy "from within," and will be found of absorbing
interest to all classes of the community, to the middle-aged citizen no
less than to the boy or girl for whom it has been primarily prepared.
The articles are all by leading naval experts and officers, and the
pictures--of which there are over Three Hundred--present every phase of
life afloat and ashore, in War and in Peace. The SIXTEEN COLOURED
PLATES include several fine pictures of naval engagements during the
War.
*The Wonder Book of Soldiers*
Now that the Army is practically the Nation, and there is scarcely a
family some members of which are not serving with the Colours, this
favourite volume is in greater demand than ever. By general consent it
gives a better idea of life in the British Army, both in Peace and War,
than any other book of its kind. The numerous pictures represent every
side of Army life and all branches of the Service. The Defence Forces
of the Empire are also described, and there are interesting accounts of
the great Allied Armies, including that of the United States. The book
is a veritable mine of entertainment and instruction, both for young
people and their seniors.
*The Wonder Book of Ships*
This fascinating volume, descriptive of "life on the ocean wave," is now
in its 8th Edition, and is popular in every part of the world where our
sea-loving race is found. It tells in simple language all about the
great liners and those less showy vessels of the Mercantile Marine whose
services have proved to be of as vital importance to the Empire as those
of the Royal Navy itself.
*The Wonder Book of Railways*
is a great favourite with all boys and girls who are "keen" on railways
and even the more elderly "season" holder will find in it much that will
amuse and interest. In addition to over 300 illustrations there are
TWELVE COLOURED PLATES, representing some of the most famous of the
world's trains. The interest is not confined to Great Britain, for
there are also pictures and articles concerning railways in Australia,
Canada, the United States, and elsewhere.
*The Wonder Book of Empire*
Recent events and pending developments alike render it of the utmost
importance that we should know more of the lands under the Union Jack,
of their peoples and resources, their wonders and attractions.
Especially is it important that the children of all parts of the Empire
should realise how glorious is their heritage.
*The Wonder Book of Children*
The War has taught us all the importance of knowing more of the ways of
life and modes of thought of other peoples, especially of those gallant
Allies who have stood by us in the fight for freedom. The articles,
though brimful of information, are brightly written and as thrilling as
any story, while the Illustrations are absolutely unique in their
variety and interest, having been garnered from every quarter of the
globe.
*The Wonder Book of Animals*
All children who love animals--are there any who do not?--hail this
handsome volume with delight. Amusement and instruction are so
interwoven that, while it can be truthfully said there is not a dull
page in the book, it is equally true that there is not a useless one.
The BOOK or ANIMALS is suited to children of all ages.
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