A PRISONER OF WAR.
By Colonel A. Schiel. Crown 8vo. 6s.
This remarkable book contains the experiences of a well-known foreign officer of the Boer Army—from 1896 to 1900—both as a Boer officer and as a prisoner in British hands. Colonel Schiel, who was captured at Elandslaagte, was a confidential military adviser of the Transvaal Government, and his story will cause a sensation.
DARTMOOR:
A Descriptive and Historical Sketch. By S. Baring Gould. With Plans and Numerous Illustrations. Crown 8vo. 6s.
This book attempts to give to the visitor a descriptive history of the antiquities and natural features of this district. It is profusely illustrated from paintings and from photographs. Plans are also given of the chief antiquities. The book is uniform with the author's well-known Book of the West.
THE SIEGE OF MAFEKING.
By Angus Hamilton. With many Illustrations. Crown 8vo. 6s.
This is a vivid, accurate, and humorous narrative of the great siege by the well-known Correspondent of the Times. Mr. Hamilton is not only an admirable writer, but an excellent fighter, and he took an active part in the defence of the town. His narrative of the siege is acknowledged to be far superior to any other account.
THE PEOPLE OF CHINA.
By J. W. Robertson-Scott. With a Map. Crown 8vo. 3s. 6d.
This book of 200 pages contains a complete account of the history, races, government, religion, social life, army, commerce, and attitude to foreigners of the Chinese.
THE RELIEF OF MAFEKING.