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THE QUEEN'S RANGERS. By Charles Ledyard, Norton. 352 pp. Cloth, $1.50.
The thrilling period during the last years of our struggle for independence forms the groundwork for Colonel Norton's latest work.
The intense patriotism which prompted our young men to do and dare anything for their country is shown in the exploits of the three young heroes.
By enlisting for a time beneath His Majesty's flag they were able to give much valuable information to the colonial cause.
With historical truth the author in this, his latest book, has happily coupled an exceedingly interesting and instructive story.
THE ROMANCE OF CONQUEST. The Story of American Expansion through Armsand Diplomacy. By William E. Griffis. 312 pp. Cloth, $1.50.
In concise form it is the story of American expansion from the birth of the nation to the present day.
The reader will find details of every war. Anecdote enlivens the story from July 4, 1776, down to the days of Dewey, Sampson, and Schley, and of Miles, Merritt, Shatter, and Otis. It is a book as full of rapid movement as a novel.
WHEN BOSTON BRAVED THE KING. A Story of Tea-Party Times. By W. E.Barton, D. D. 314 pp. Cloth, $1.50.
One of the most absorbing stories of the Colonial-Revolutionary period published. The author is perfectly at home with his subject, and the story will be one of the popular books of the year.
"Though largely a story of boys and for boys, it has the liveliest interest for all classes of readers, and makes a strong addition to Dr. Barton's already notable series of historical tales."--_Christian Endeavor World._
"It is a pleasure to read and to recommend such a book as this. In fact, we must say at the very beginning, that Dr. Barton is becoming one of the most skilful and enjoyable of American story-tellers."--_Boston Journal._
CADET STANDISH OF THE ST. LOUIS. A Story of Our Naval Campaign in CubanWaters. By William Drysdale. 352 pp. Cloth, $1.50.
A strong, stirring story of brave deeds bravely done. A vivid picture of one of the most interesting and eventful periods of the late Spanish War.
"It is what the boys are likely to call 'a rattling good story.'"--_Cleveland Plain Dealer._
"Mr. Drysdale has drawn an effective picture of the recent war with Spain in his new book. The story is full of dash and fire without being too sensational."--_Congregationalist._
A DAUGHTER OF THE WEST. The Story of an American Princess. By EvelynRaymond. 347 pp. Cloth, $1.50.
Interesting, wholesome, and admirable in every way is Mrs. Raymond's latest story for girls. Descriptions of California life are one of the fascinations of the book.
"A well-written story of Western life and adventure, which has for its heroine a brave, high-minded girl."--_Chronicle Telegraph, Pittsburg._
"Laid among the broad valleys and lofty mountains of California every chapter is crowded full of most interesting experiences."--_Christian Endeavor World._
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