THE PUBLIC LIBRARY.

Taranaki Central Press, Volume IV, Issue 341, 23 January 1937, Page 4

THE PUBLIC LIBRARY.

Books On The Shelves. K "An Apostle of Empire,” by R. N. Lyne (George Allen and Urwin). — This is the story of Floyd Mathews, who, entering the service of the Sultan of Zanzibar, guided the destinies of the country through five troublous reigns. "Gone Sunwards,” by Cecil Boberts (Hodder and Stoughton).—The book describes a visit to Florida. "Chit for Chat,” by Jane Lyle (Ward, Lock and Co.). —Desertbed as a book of laughter and fun, about complications and mystery. “Lycanthia,” by Frances LaylandBarratt (Jenkins). —Lycanthia the orphan child of a Polish nobleman anid an English mother, was brought up by a servant in an atmosphere of strange satanic rites and mysticism. "The Secret of Castle Voxzel,” by A. O. Pollard (Hutchinson). —Exciting events, including, a battle in the air in the small kingdom of Zlgonia. “Red Sed Spy,” by W. J. Makin (Jarrolds). —More adventures of Paul Rocher (Red Head of the Red Sea). “Murder in the Flagship,” by P. W. Taylor (Thornton But(erworth).— Ten people dine in the flagship, and one is murdered. “Ernestine Takes Over,” by Walter Brooks (Jarrolds). —An unappreciated husband, creates a dream-girl —and then meets her. “Prairie Rider,” by Fred Bechdolt (Ivor Nicholson and Watson).—Ann could shoot the pip out of the ace of hearts at ten yards; but she loses her own before the story is through.