7 APRIL 1888, Page 24

Rustic Walking Routes in the London Vicinity. By W. R.

Evans. (Philip and Son.)—This volume gives the particulars of forty-three walks, each of the proposed routes being described by a map and printed directions, telling the reader what turning he is to take, what stile to climb, &c. This is the first series, and is devoted to the West to North District. It is, we should say, a "second edition, amended and enlarged." A map of the whole district is appended. It is likely to be useful, but might be improved.—With this we may mention Tips for Tricyclists. By Professor Hoffmann. (F. Warne.) —This volume gives all sorts of directions for choosing and handling a machine. On the important matter of 'nice, be speaks definitely. Avoid cheap machines ; even a good second-hand article cannot be got under £10.