By REV. CHARLES A. HALL 
THE OPEN BOOK OF NATURE 
A Book of Nature Study for Young People. Containing 16 Full-page Illustrations in 
Colour, also 114 Reproductions in Black and White from Photographs, as well as 
numerous Illustrations in the text. Large crown 8vo, cloth. Price 3s 6d net (by 
post 35 lod). 
"This pleasantly written book is well fitted to arouse in young people an interest in 
the study of Nature, while many of older growth will probably find in its pages much 
that is not unprofitable reading. . . . The chief difference between this book and most 
others on Nature study is the prominence which it gives to geological subjects. ... 
Copiously illustrated." Athenceum. 
" Mr. Hall's agreeable, interesting, and instructive volume. ... It should attract not 
only young people, but anyone looking for an easy introduction to Nature study." 
Scotsman. 
HOW TO USE THE MICROSCOPE 
Containing 20 Full-page Illustrations from photo-micrographs, and many line drawings 
in the text. Large crown 8vo, cloth. Price Is 6d net (by post is gd). 
"There are many cheap books on the microscope before the public, but we do not 
know a better than the one now under consideration." Scottish Naturalist. 
" It is, however, the work of an expert, and its simplicity and clearness are the result 
of a thorough mastery of the subject." Scottish Field. 
By FRANK FINN, B.A., F.Z.A. 
TALKS ABOUT BIRDS 
Containing 36 Illustrations, 16 of which are Full-page in Colour. Small square demy 
8vo, cloth, gilt top. Price 6s 
" It is written in a most interesting style, and is sure to captivate intelligent boys and 
girls." Western Morning News. 
" Of exceptional interest and worth, as being on quite unusual lines." Aberdeen Free 
Press. 
By J. H. FABRE 
LIFE AND LOVE OF THE INSECT 
Translated by ALEXANDER TEIXEIRA DE MATTOS. Containing 26 Illustrations, n of 
them Full-page from Photographs. Price 5s net (by post 53 4d). 
" Rarely have we come across a book on natural history written so attractively. He 
invests his subject with a fascination which should attract many readers who are now 
outside the ranks of students of natural history. The illustrations are excellent and most 
illuminating." County Gentleman. 
By C. VON WYSS 
Crown 410. Canvas boards. Price Is 6d each 
GARDENS IN THEIR SEASONS 
Containing 58 Illustrations, 32 of which are in Colour with a Picture in Colour oh the cover 
"The little folk who are tempted from the gay pictures to the attractive letterpress 
which describes them, will meet here one of those born gardeners of the seeds of know- 
ledge, who become as children themselves to open out to the little ones a glimpse of the 
poetry of earth." Athenceum. 
BEASTS AND BIRDS 
Containing 55 Illustrations, 31 of which are in Colour, with a Picture in Colour on the cover. 
" This is described as a Nature Book for boys and girls, and would make a charming 
and welcome gift for children who are just old enough to learn about and be interested 
in animals. A short account of animals and their haunts and customs is given in simple 
straightforward language, and the profuse illustrations, both plain and coloured, with 
which the book is furnished, help to make the subject additionally clear and attrac- 
tive." Sunday Times, 
PUBLISHED BY 
ADAM & CHARLES BLACK, 4 , 5 & 6 SOHO SQUARE, LONDON, W. 
