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I.
THE EARTH'S CRUST.
A Handy Outline of Geology. With numerous Illustrations. Third Edition.
By DAVID PAGE, LL.D., F.R.S.E., F.G.S.,
Author of 'Text-Books of Geology and Physical Geography,' etc.
'Such a work as this was much wanted,--a work giving in clear and
intelligible outline the leading facts of the science, without
amplification or irksome details. It is admirable in arrangement, and
clear, easy, and at the same time forcible, in style. It will lead, we
hope, to the introduction of geology into many schools that have neither
time nor room for the study of large treatises.'--_The Museum._
II.
POULTRY AS A MEAT SUPPLY:
Being Hints to Henwives how to Rear and Manage Poultry Economically and
Profitably. Fourth Edition. By the Author of 'The Poultry Kalendar.'
'The Author's excellent aim is to teach henwives how to make the
poultry-yard a profitable as well as pleasant pursuit, and to popularize
poultry-rearing among the rural population generally.'--_The Globe._
III.
HOW TO BECOME A SUCCESSFUL ENGINEER:
Being Hints to Youths intending to adopt the Profession. Third Edition.
By BERNARD STUART, Engineer.
'Parents and guardians, with youths under their charge destined for the
profession, as well as youths themselves, who intend to adopt it, will
do well to study and obey the plain curriculum in this little book. Its
doctrine will, we hesitate not to say, if practised, tend to fill the
ranks of the profession with men conscious of the heavy responsibilities
placed in their charge.'--_Practical Mechanic's Journal._
IV.
RATIONAL COOKERY:
Cookery made Practical and Economical, in connection with the Chemistry
of Food. Fifth Edition. By HARTELAW REID.
'A thousand times more useful as a marriage-gift than the usual gewgaw
presents, would be this very simple manual for the daily guidance of the
youthful bride in one of her most important domestic duties.'--_Glasgow
Citizen._
V.
EUROPEAN HISTORY:
In a Series of Biographies, from the Beginning of the Christian Era till
the Present Time. Second Edition. By DAVID PRYDE, M.A.
'It is published with a view to the teaching of the history of Europe
since the Christian era by the biographic method, recommended by Mr.
Carlyle as the only proper method of teaching history. The style of the
book is clear, elegant, and terse. The biographies are well, and, for
the most part, graphically told.'--_The Scotsman._
VI.
DOMESTIC MEDICINE:
Plain and Brief Directions for the Treatment requisite before Advice can
be obtained.
Second Edition.
By OFFLEY BOHUN SHORE, Doctor of Medicine of the University of
Edinburgh, etc. etc. etc.
'This is one of the medicine books that ought to be published. It is
from the pen of Dr. Shore, an eminent physician, and it is dedicated, by
permission, to Sir James Y. Simpson, Bart., one of the first physicians
of the age.'--_The Standard._
VII.
DOMESTIC MANAGEMENT:
Hints on the Training and Treatment of Children and Servants.
By MRS. CHARLES DOIG.
'This is an excellent book of its kind, a handbook to family life which
will do much towards promoting comfort and happiness.'--_The Spectator._
VIII.
FREE-HAND DRAWING:
A Guide to Ornamental, Figure, and Landscape Drawing.
By an ART STUDENT,
Author of 'Ornamental and Figure Drawing.' Profusely Illustrated.
'This is an excellent and thoroughly practical guide to ornamental,
figure, and landscape drawing. Beginners could not make a better start
than with this capital little book.'--_Morning Star._
IX.
THE METALS USED IN CONSTRUCTION:
Iron, Steel, Bessemer Metal, etc. etc.
By FRANCIS HERBERT JOYNSON.
Illustrated.
'In the interests of practical science, we are bound to notice this
work; and to those who wish further information, we should say, buy it;
and the outlay, we honestly believe, will be considered a shilling well
spent.'--_Scientific Review._
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