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“Mr. Henty is one of the best of story-|  ‘‘ Mr. Henty’s books for boys are always
tellers for young people.”? — Spectator. admirable.” — Bériningham Post.

“ Mr. Henty’s books never fail to inter-| ‘* The brightest of all the living writers
est. Among writers of stories of adventure | whose office it is to enchant the boys.” —
he stands in the very first rank.” — Acad-| Chrrstian Leader.
eniy. “One of our most successful writers of
“The boy’s own author.” — Punch. | historical tales.?? — Scotsman.

NEW VOLUMES FOR 18938.

St. Bartholomew’s Eve. <A Tale of the Huguenot
Wars. By G. A. Henry. With 12 full-page Illustrations by H. J.
Draver, and a Map. Crown 8vo, handsomely bound, olivine edges,
$1.50. (Copyrighted.)

A story of a lad of English birth but Huguenot parentage, who visits relatives in
France at the time when the feeling between the Catholics and Huguenots was bitterest,
and the country was disturbed by religious strife and dissension. His relatives being
leaders in the Huguenot party, the hero devotes himself heart and soul to the Protestant
cause, following it faithfully through the varied and exciting scenes that preceded and led
up to the terrible massacre of St. Bartholomew’s day. No boy could resist the fascina-
tion of this strong, vivid narrative. It is intense and absorbing, while presenting a true
picture of the times, full of life and color.

Through the Sikh War. A Tale of the Conquest of
The Punjaub. By G. A. Henry. With 12 full-page Illustrations by
Hau Hurst, and a Map. Crown 8vyo, handsomely bound, olivine
edges, $1.50. (Copyrighted.)

Percy Groves, a plucky, high-spirited boy, the son of an English officer, loses his
parents at an early age, and joins his uncle residing on his estate in India, situated in the
very centre of the troubles that developed later into the Sikh war. ‘T’he hero and his
uncle become involved in the dangers and intrigues that surround them, and take active
part in the war, passing through many thrilling experiences and adventures during the
two notable campaigns that resulted in the conquest of the Punjaub. It is one of Mr.
Henty’s most interesting and powerful stories.

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A Jacobite Exile. Being the Adventures of a Y oung
Englishman in the service of Charles XII. of Sweden. By G. AL
Henry. With 8 full-page Ilustrations by Pac Harpy, and a Map.
Crown 8vo, handsomely bound, olivine edges, $1.50. (Copyrighted. )
The events of the present story take place during the reign of William of Orange.
The father of the hero is a Jacobite gentleman who to avoid arrest is compelled to flee to
Sweden. Here the hero, Charlie Cz stairs, and a young companion, engaze in the service
of Charles XII., taking part in the wars between Sweden and Poland. The hero, acting
as a scout, falls into the hands of Polish bandits. After numerous iting adventures
and hair-breadth escapes, he finally secures his releas and returns to Sweden. ‘Then he
serves for atime under Marlborough in France, and distingu self nally. A
final return to England, where his father is pardoned, supplies a satis actory close to a
story remarkable for its thrilling adventures, its varied scenery, and its interesting
historical pictures.

 

   

 
 

 

    
  
  

 

 

   

 

         

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