27 FEBRUARY 1897, Page 23

In the Days of Strife. By E. Yolland. (F. V.

White and Co.) —The period covered by this story is 1666-85, and the scene is France. It is concerned, therefore, with the religious strife of that time. The hero is a refugee, and his fortunes are related with no little power. Fact and fiction are mingled, we are given to understand, in the narrative. This is certainly one that impresses the reader as a transcript of realities.