Carswell .
This is a Scottish version (Routledge, 7s. 6d.) Of the famous Week-end Book, and in general style and arrangement follows closely its original, to --which the editors;- Catherine and Donald Carswell, acknowledge their indebted-
ness. It was a good idea and has been excellently . carried out, and will for years to come no doubt heighten the enjoyment or lessen the tedium (accord- ing to whether you are a Johnsonian in this matter or not) of many a week-end in Caledonia. The verse section shoWs originality—Burns appears only as an epigranimatist—and the richness of the section wherein Scotiaphobes are allowed their say is calculated to test the sense of humour and self-control of the most amiable Scot. There are excellent col- lections of singable songs, practical recipes, indoor and outdoor games, instructions for the performance of danceg, and invaluable sections on architecture, wild-life, the law, first-aid, drinks, hiking and courting, and a guide to regimental tartans. The editors have performed their task with taste and humour, and armed with this book travellers need 'no longer fear the tedium of the Scottish Sabbath.
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