THE MYSTERIES OF THE OCEAN. From the French of Arthur Mangin. By the Translator of "The Bird." With One Hundred and Thirty Illustrations by W. Freeman and J. Noel. Imperial 8vo, full gilt side and gilt edges. Price 10s. 6d.
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THE BIRD. By Jules Michelet, Author of "History of France," &c. Illustrated by Two Hundred and Ten Exquisite Engravings by Giacomelli. Imperial 8vo, full gilt side and gilt edges. Price 10s. 6d.
Westminster Review.—"This work consists of an exposition of various ornithological matters from points of view which could hardly be thought of, except by a writer of Michelet's peculiar genius. With his argument in favour of the preservation of our small birds we heartily concur. The translation seems to be generally well executed; and in the matter of paper and printing, the book is almost an ouvrage de luxe. The illustrations are generally very beautiful."
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