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Boys' Stories.

Two hooks aro here that are on the border-line between novels and boys' stories. The King's Double, by E. E. Cowper (S.P.C.K., 2s. 6c1.), is a tale of Charles IL in hiding after......

Myths.

Tire appearance at this time of seven substantial volumes devoted to myths and legends does not impress one with any sense of war economy practised by publishers or expected of......

The Conquest Of The Sea. By Cyril Hall. (blackie And

Son. 3s. 6d.)—The sea itself and all things in it or upon it are the subjects of this work. The first chapters trace the early develop- ment of shipping, and lead on to the......

Home-made Toys For Girls And Boys. By A. N. Hal

(T. Werner Laurie Os. net.)—This is for young people who want - to use their fingers to some purpose. It teaches how to make out of paper and cardboard various toys or......

The Dreamer Of Dreams. By The Queen. Of Roumania. (hodder

and Stoughton. 43s. net.)—Again we welcome a hand- some volume by a. British Princess, who can write with care, . • thought, and skill. Her story is of a beautiful young artist'......