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To be completed in 21 parts, imperial 8vo size, at 2s. each; or in 7 divisions at 6s. each, done up in stiff paper covers. The Popular History of England Civil, Military, and Religious. From the Eariiest Times to the Reform Bill of 1884. By Charles Macfarlane, author of "Our Indian Empire," "The Pictorial History of England," &c.; and Thomas Archer, f.r.h.s., author of "Fifty Years of Social and Political Progress," &c. Illustrated by numerous Designs by Eminent Artists, Authentic Portraits, Costumes, Maps, &c The Popular History of England justifies its title by the succinct, yet sufficiently ample and highly interesting manner in which the subjects are treated, by its moderate price, and extensive series of pictorial illustrations. These last, numerous and varied in character, comprise representations of important events from pictures by eminent artists, groups of portraits of sovereigns, statesmen, warriors, philosophers, and philanthropists, the modes of dress at various periods, and several useful maps. When completed the work will form three large handsome volumes, which for general attractiveness, copiousness of illustration, and moderate price, will compare favourablj' with any History of England hitherto published.

To be completed in 14 parts, medium 8vo, price 2s. each; or 4 divisions in stiff covers, cloth back, at 6s. each, and one at 4r, Modern Steam Practice and Engineering: A Guide to Approved Methods of Construction, and the Principles relating thereto, with Examples, Practical Rules, and Formulae. By John G. Winton, Engineer, Author of "Modem Workshop Practice." Assisted by W. J. MiLLAR, C.E., Secretary of the Institution of Engineers and Shipbuilders in Scotland; Author of "Principles of Mechanics," &c. Illustrated by numerous Engi'avings.

The object of the present pubUcation is to supply the practical Engineer, Shipbuilder, and Mechanic with a trustworthy guide to the varied operations of the Workshop and the Buiiding-yard in a convenient form and at a moderate price. It is written by practical men, well acquainted with the operations which they describe, and seeks to convey to the workman detailed directions regarding his work in language such as he is daily familiar with; and, at the same time, to state clearly the higher principles upon which these operations are based and on which they depend for success.

Third Edition. Large 8vo (looo pp.), cloth, i6j., or half morocco, 20s. A Manual of Rules, Tables, and Data For Mechanical Engineers, based on the most recent investigations. By Daniel Kinnear Clark, author of "Railway Machinery," &c. &c. Illustrated with numerous Diagrams.

This book comprises the leading rules and data, with numerous tables, of constant use in calculations and estimates relating to Practical Mechanics:—presented in a reliable, clear, and handy form, with an extent of range and completeness of detail that has not been attempted hitherto. This (the third) edition has been carefully revised, and in its preparation advantage has been taken of many suggestions made by those using the former editions.

"Mr. Clark writes with great clearness and he has a great power of condensing and summarizing /acts, and he has thus been enabled to embody in his volume a collection of data relating to mechanical engineering, such as has certainly never before been brought together. We regard the book as one which no mechanical engineer in regular practice can afford to be without."—Engmtimg.

Complete in 13 parts, super-royal 8vo, 2s. 6d. each; or one handsome volume, cloth, 35, The Gardener's Assistant Practical and Scientific; a Guide to the Formation and Management of Kitchen, Fruit, and Flower Gardens, and the Cultivation and Management of Vegetables, Fruits, and Flowers. With select Descriptive Lists of the best varieties in each department, and a Copious Calendar of Garden Operations. By Robert Thompson. New Edition, revised and largely extended by eminent practical gardeners, under the editorial care of Thomas Moore, f.l.s., Curator of the Chelsea Botanic Gardens, Co-Editor of the Gardener's Chronicle, &c. &c. Illustrated by above 400 Figures printed in the text, by 12 beautifully coloured and 18 plain Plates.

** Tk best hook on general practical horticulture in the English language. Tlure is no doubt about this. " Gardener's Chronicle.

" 7ke best book of its kind, and the only thoroughly comprehensive work adapted equally /or tht gardener, tlte gentleman amateur, and the man -wluj is engaged in plant production as a matter of trade."—Gardener's Magazine.