5 DECEMBER 1914, Page 36

Princess Mary's Gift Book (Hodder and Stoughton, 2s. 6d. net)

is the outcome of a kind thought ably seconded by the eminent authors and artists who have voluntarily given of their best to equip this wonderful half-crown's-worth. Sir James Barrie makes one of his too rare appearances with a charming sketch of "A Holiday in Bed," and there are excellent contributions by " G. A. Birmingham," Mr. Alfred Noyes, Miss Beatrice Harraden, and many of the most popular writers of the day. The volume is handsomely printed and richly illustrated in colours, and the profits are designed for the Queen's "Work for Women Fund." There could be no better Christmas card.