A village waif becomes a brave soldier, and is killed in Egypt.
156. Pirates’ Creek. By S. W. Sadler. (S.P.C.K.) 3s.
157. Tales by W. H. Kingston.
There are so many of these, and brought out by so many publishers (S.P.C.K.), (Griffith, Farran, & Co.), (Warne), (Shaw), (Nisbet), (Routledge), that it is hardly possible to collect or enumerate them, and one description answers for all. They are full of adventure, well studied from travels and geography, perfectly safe and innocent, with more incident than character, and very useful for those who love adventurous tales.
158. Tales by R. M. Ballantyne.
These also are too numerous for individual mention. They teach much as to manners, geography, &c., and there is a conscientious, religious tone about both authors, but Mr. Ballantyne’s are apt to be rather confused where any Church matter comes in question.
159. A Hero: Philip’s Book. By the Author of ‘John Halifax.’ (Routledge) 1s.
A very striking picture of moral versus physical courage.
160. Straight to the Mark. By the Rev. T. S. Millington. (R.T.S.) 5s.