14 JANUARY 1922, Page 25

Mr. George Fletcher is editing a set of geographical text-

books on the provinces of Ireland, beginning with Ulster and Munster (Cambridge University Press; 6s. 6d. net each). He interprets geography in the widest sense, and includes chapters on antiquities and architecture, on administration and industry. The little books are fully illustrated with good photographs, maps and diagrams. The chapter on Ulster's great industries is noteworthy. It is pointed out that Ulster has also a highly- developed agricultural system and produces over twice as large a potato crop, in proportion to its area, as Munster or Leinster. The 'Ulsterman, of course, is not afraid of hard work.