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Stories of ,the English for Schools.—By "F." 2 vols. (W.

Black- wood and Sons. ls. 6d. per vol.)—These two books cover the period from Hengist and Horsa down to Waterloo, the dividing point being the Spanish Armada. They aro meant, it will be seen, in the first place for educational purposes, and will no doubt serve them very well.