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Handbook of British Chronology. Edited by F. M. Powicke. (Royal

Historical Society. 7s. 6d.)

THIS book brings together in a convenient form material otherwise obtainable only in numerous publications, and then sometimes in a less authoritative form. It contains lists of the rulers of England, Wales, Scotland and the Isle of Man; of English, Welsh, Irish and Scottish Bishops; of Chief Governors and Lords Lieutenant of Ireland; of Early English Parliaments ; Officers of State, &c. There are also useful sections on Saints Days, the Calendar, &c. For historical students it will be indispensable, and, as Dr. Powicke suggests, it is to be hoped that it will eventually be expanded into a more comprehensive work of reference.