“Every page of his book bears witness to the thoroughness of his methods, and there are several maps which will be of great value to geographical students.”—Dundee Courier.
“Most of those who read the volume on the exploration of Tibet, by Sir Thomas Holdich, will agree that it takes the first place for interest of narrative and ability of compilation in the whole series.”—Daily Mail.
“Altogether indispensable to the serious student of Tibet the Mysterious.”—Daily News.
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The Pinafore Library. Crown 16mo.
Per Set in Case, 2s. 6d. net.
The time is ripe for a novelty in children’s books, and the “Pinafore Library” is altogether a fresh departure. Here are five delightful little volumes, all written by authors of repute, which, while full of fascination for the youngest child, possess undeniable literary distinction. The bright and attractive appearance given to these little books by the artistic pictorial paper boards, and the delicately executed and fanciful end-papers cannot fail to enhance the merits of this series.
Christina’s Fairy Book. Ford Madox Hueffer.
The Travelling Companions. Lady Margaret Sackville.