d among the nations.

"A moving tale of military exploit and thrilling
adventure."--_Daily News._

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G. A. HENTY

-- Held Fast for England: A Tale of the Siege of Gibraltar. With 8 page
Illustrations by GORDON BROWNE. 5s.

The story deals with one of the most memorable sieges in
history. The hero, a young Englishman resident in Gibraltar,
takes a brave and worthy part in the long defence, and we learn
with what bravery, resourcefulness, and tenacity the Rock was
held for England.

"There is no cessation of exciting incident throughout the
story."--_Athenaeum._

-- In the Irish Brigade: A Tale of War in Flanders and Spain. With 12
page Illustrations by CHARLES M. SHELDON. 6s.

The hero is a young officer in the Irish Brigade, which for many
years after the siege of Limerick formed the backbone of the
French army. He goes through many stirring adventures,
successfully carries out dangerous missions in Spain, saves a
large portion of the French army at Oudenarde, and even has the
audacity to kidnap the Prime Minister of England.

"A stirring book of military adventure."--_Scotsman._

-- At Agincourt: A Tale of the White Hoods of Paris. With 12 page
Illustrations by WAL PAGET. 6s.

Sir Eustace de Villeroy, in journeying from Hampshire to his
castle in France, made young Guy Aylmer one of his escort. Soon
thereafter the castle was attacked, and the English youth
displayed such valour that his liege-lord made him commander of
a special mission to Paris. This he accomplished, returning in
time to take part in the campaign against the French which ended
in the glorious victory for England at Agincourt.

"Cannot fail to commend itself to boys of all
ages."--_Manchester Courier._

-- A Final Reckoning: A Tale of Bush Life in Australia. With 8 page
Illustrations by W. B. WOLLEN. 5s.

The hero, a young Englishman, emigrates to Australia, where he
gets employment as an officer in the mounted police. A few years
of active work gain him promotion to a captaincy. In that post
he greatly distinguishes himself, and finally leaves the service
and settles down as a squatter.

"A stirring story capitally told."--_Guardian_.

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Gazette._

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