lustrated guide to the history and origin of the
canonical vestments and other dress worn by the clergy, whether
ecclesiastical, academical, or general, while the excellent work in
typography and binding make it a beautiful gift-book."--_Church
Bells._

"A very lucid history of ecclesiastical vestments from Levitical
times to the present day."--_Pall Mall Gazette._

"The book can be recommended to the undoubtedly large class of
persons who are seeking information on this and kindred
subjects."--_The Times._

"The work may be read either as pastime or for instruction, and is
worthy of a place in the permanent section of any library. The
numerous illustrations, extensive contents table and index, and
beautiful workmanship, both in typography and binding, are all
features of attraction and utility."--_Dundee Advertiser._

* * * * *

The Miracle Play in England,

An Account of the Early Religious Drama.

BY SIDNEY W. CLARKE, BARRISTER-AT-LAW.

_Crown 8vo., 3s. 6d. Illustrated._

In bygone times the Miracle Play formed an important feature in the
religious life of England. To those taking an interest in the history of
the Church of England, this volume will prove useful. The author has
given long and careful study to this subject, and produced a reliable
and readable book, which can hardly fail to interest and instruct the
reader. It is a volume for general reading, and for a permanent place in
the reference library.

CONTENTS:--The Origin of Drama--The Beginnings of English Drama--The
York Plays--The Wakefield Plays--The Chester Plays--The Coventry
Plays--Other English Miracle Plays--The Production of a Miracle
Play--The Scenery, Properties, and Dresses--Appendix--The Order of the
York Plays--Extract from City Register of York, 1426--The Order of the
Wakefield Plays--The Order of the Chester Plays--The Order of the Grey
Friars' Plays at Coventry--A Miracle Play in a Puppet Show--Index.

"Mr. Clarke has chosen a most interesting subject, one that is
attractive alike to the student, the historian, and the general
reader.... A most interesting volume, and a number of quaint
illustrations add to its value."--_Birmingham Daily Gazette._

"The book should be useful to many."--_Manchester Guardian._

"An admirable work."--_Eastern Morning News._

"Mr. Sidney Clarke's concise monograph in 'The Miracl