+ – Nation. 83: 311. O. 11, ’06. 970w.
“His graphic power comes from sympathy and appreciation, and a picturesque imagination of his own, helped out by a keen eye for the most vivid passages and phrases of the old chronicles to which he resorts.”
+ N. Y. Times. 11: 398. Je. 16, ’06. 960w. + Outlook. 83: 673. Jl. 21, ’06. 140w. R. of Rs. 34: 124. Jl. ’06. 60w.
“Mr. Masefield tells many capital, rousing stories of sea-fight and worth.”
+ Sat. R. 102: 54. Jl. 14, ’06. 120w.
Maskell, Alfred. Ivories. $6.75. Putnam.
“Has evidently a very thorough grip of his fascinating subject.”
+ + Int. Studio. 27: 372. F. ’06. 290w.
Maskell, Henry Parr. Hints on building a church. *$1.50. Young ch.
Altho intended for popular reading rather than for architects this volume contains many practical suggestions and its chapter headings will indicate the ground covered; The site, Tradition in English church planning, The influence of modern ideas, Local features and surroundings, The claims of modern science, The sanctuary, The nave, Galleries, The sacristy, Proportion, Architectural styles, Romanesque styles, Classical styles, What style to select, Materials, Finishing touches, Questions of cost, A few typical churches, and The churchyard. There is an index, and an appendix giving books on church architecture. The volume as well illustrated.