Finnemore, John.
Japan.
Illustrated by Ella du Cane.
Macmillan. .75
The volume is devoted rather to the habits, manners, and customs, of this wonderful people than to a description of the country itself. Boy and girl life, games, feast-days, the occupations of a Japanese day, the police, and the soldier, are told about in an entertaining manner. There are eight plates in color.
Jenks, Tudor.
The Boy's Book of Explorations.
Doubleday. 2.00
A satisfactory introduction to exploration in general, and a comprehensive account of the travel and discovery of recent times in Africa, Asia, and Australia. The journeys of Livingstone, Stanley, and many other well-known African explorers, are related; Rockhill's adventures in Tibet; the experiences of Hedin and Landor; and the opening up of Australia. The beauty of Livingstone's character is dwelt upon. Maps and many illustrations add to the book's value.
Lang, John.
The Story of Captain Cook.
Dutton. .50
A brief life of England's great explorer, giving details of his three famous voyages and his tragic end. There are eight pictures in color.
Lee, Yan Phou.