| + | Outlook. 86: 568. Je. 13, ’07. 280w. | |
| + | R. of Rs. 34: 383. S. ’07. 80w. |
“Our space does not permit us to go into a detailed analysis of this splendid book, splendid in its critical acumen, sane judgments, breadth of spirit, and in catholic sympathy, but we must note a point or two where we think the author might have improved his book. His treatment of the drama before Shakespeare, especially the mystery and morality plays, is inadequate and not compactly grouped. We are of the opinion, too, that many readers of the book will be inclined to disagree with Professor Crawshaw in his assigning Pope a place as a forerunner of the romantic movement. With these manifold excellences we doubt very much if the volume has the staying qualities necessary for classroom work. For the general reader it is undoubtedly an excellent book.” H. E. Coblentz.
| + − | School R. 15: 624. O. ’07. 700w. |
Creighton, William Henry. P. Steam-engine and other heat-motors. $5. Wiley.
7–8522.
A text for students rather than a reference book for the practicing engineer. Principles are clearly stated with ample numerical examples and problems.
“The book is clearly written. Among the illustrations there are rather too many picked up from the trade catalogues or from other books of similar nature. These do not always fit in well with the text. But otherwise, the book is excellent as to the dress given to it by the publishers.” Storm Bull.
| + − | Engin. N. 57: 665. Je. 13, ’07. 1140w. |
“An examination of the book shows that it is not a vade mecum of the steam engine. The author has had in mind the needs of the engineering student, and the matter is presented in a manner which is intended to train the student to think.” John J. Flather.