DESCRIPTIVE CATALOGUE AND BY THE EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CHINA (ftunicilj) tljc ^cljool anti ^rtt-CSooli Srrics Committee.) PRICE LIST ii 4^ «r. PUBLISHED OR ADOPTED ON SALE AT THE DEPOSITORY, Presbyterian /Mission press, 18 Peking Road, Shanghai. SHANGHAI: AMERICAN PRESBYTERIAN MISSION PRESS. CONTENTS. 1. Mathematics 2. Natural Sciences 3. History 4. Geography, Maps, &c. , 5. Religion and Philosophy 6. Readers 7. Miscellaneous Works Addendum Pages. 1 to 5 5 to 20 20 to 22 22 to 25 25 to 27 27 27 to 33 34 Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2017 with funding from Columbia University Libraries https://archive.org/details/descriptivecatalOOeduc PREFACE. A few words of explanation are necessary for the proper understanding of the origin and purpose of this Catalogue. The Educational Association of China dates its formation from *rr— the General Missionary Conference held in Shanghai, in the month of May, 1890. Various papers of much value on the subject of education were discussed at that Conference, and its importance as an element in missionary work was deeply impressed upon all present. The result was that a few practical teachers held meetings to take into consideration the advisability of establishing an Educa- tional Society. The objects contemplated were to give unity to their work, to devise some convenient means for the discussion of questions of common interest, and above all to provide facilities for the preparation and publication of suitable school literature. The present Association was duly organized ; articles of Constitu- tion and By-laws were drawn up and approved, while a list of officers was appointed. The School and Text-book Series Committee, appointed by the General Missionary Conference in 1877, had done thirteen years of successful work in the preparation of books and the accumulation of materials and funds, when it became subject to the disposal of the General Conference of 1890. A committee consisting of twelve members of that Conference was appointed to take into consideration and to report on the course that had better be pursued. This committee recommended that the books, maps, blocks and other assets and liabilities of the School and Text-book Series should be transferred to the Educational Association of China. This being unanimously agreed to the newly-formed Association commenced its labours, which have been carried on unremittingly ever since. The list of books has been gradually increased till almost every department necessary for the supply of the present educational needs is represented by one or more useful school books. It will be easily understood that educational work in China is still in a very incipient state. Most of what has been done hitherto has been of a tentative and elementary character, and the existing Chinese text-books answer to this description. Every year, however, shows a considerable advance, and there is a fast growing demand for new books suited to the new and improved methods and new requirements. Some of the prominent educationists in China are devoting a considerable share of their time and talents to the preparation of such works ; so that it is confidently hoped that future Catalogues will entirely eclipse the present one. The existing VI. PREFACE. text-books are already becoming more or less behind the times, and will one by one fall into disuse, while new ones, the results of more practical experience in teaching Chinese students, will take their places. Not only are new text-books on Western subjects required but a series of compilations from the Chinese classics and native standard authors, selecting only the more important and useful paragraphs, and accompanied by a Christian Commentary, with glossary of characters, is also greatly needed to take the place of the usual tedious and almost worthless curriculum of ordinary Chinese literary studies. One thing is very noticeable in this Catalogue. Whereas a large proportion of the first works of the School and Text-books Series are translations or adaptations of English originals the recent publications of this Association are mostly based upon American authorities. This is the natural result of the very prominent position the American Missionary Societies are now giving to their Educational work, and which will be more clearly seen in the Educational Directory about to be published by the Association. The question of nomenclature for the new terms and names in the school and text-books is one of the most difficult the Association has to contend with. There is still too little appreciation of the advantages and necessity of a uniform system and of the sacrifices of private opinion that have to be made in order to bring about such an important and desirable result. Strenuous efforts are, however, being made in this direction, and it is hoped that the works in succeeding Catalogues may show a much nearer approximation to uniformity than obtains at present. It was intended that this Catalogue should form part of the records of the Triennial Meeting of the Educational Association of China, held at Shanghai in May, 1893. The Secretary was unable to obtain the necessary information at the time of the publication of those Hecords, on account of the absence of the Honorary General Editor. At a meeting of the Executive Committee held on the 18th of August last, the compilation and publication were placed in the hands of the latter, who has done the best in his power to render this Catalogue as complete as possible. His object has been to give in a condensed form the more important particulars, leaving intend- ing purchasers to find out the details of each book by examining a specimen copy for themselves. John Fryer, Honorary General Editor ana Chairman of Executive C ommittee. Shanghai, December 12th, 1894. rin @ Q£,^j&It0Q , iy]£r OF iJfaU Cfjatbh ljfap$, PUBLISHED OR ADOPTED BY THE EDUCATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CHINA (Formerly tlje School and Text-Book Series Committee.) All books marked with an asterisk (*) are merely adopted and not published by the Association. I. MATHEMATICS. * Algebra. Part 1. fi # #• 2 vols. 8vo. $0.50 for white paper ; $0.40 for common. Translation by the Rev. C. W. Mateer, D.D., of the Tengchow College. The originals made use of were Loomis’ Treatise on Algebra, supplemented from Robinson’s High School Algebra. Arabic numerals and the foreign signs and symbols are made use of, as well as the vertical way of writing equations. These have proved in Dr. Mateer’s long experience to be better for his use in teaching than the old Chinese ways. The second part, which is much needed, will be completed ere long. *Algebra, Outlines. ^ 1 vol. 12rno. $0.06. Original work by John Fryer, LL.D. An easy and condensed explanation of the fundamental principles and use of Algebra for elementary purposes. * Arithmetic. Ijl Jp |f|. 3 vols. 12mo. $0.40 per volume, or the 3 vols. for $1.00. Translation by Rev. C. W. Mateer, D.D., of the Tengchow College. The original was Fielter’s School Arithmetic, but it has been supplemented from many other sources. Foreign signs and symbols are used, as well as Arabic numerals in vertical columns. The work is thorough and complete. It is much in demand. 2 Arithmetic, Mental, 1 vol. 12mo. 15 cents. This volume was printed under the auspices of the School and Text Book-Series Committee and prepared by the late Rev. J. Capp, assisted by his wife. Only a few copies are left of the large edition printed. It will probably be superseded by the translation of another work on the same subject by Colburn, now under considera- tion by the Publication Committee, and the second edition of which was published at the A. B. C. F. M. Press in Peking after being most carefully revised by Miss Porter. * Arithmetic, Mental, §|f . 1 vol. 12mo. 10 cents. This is an original work by a native whose name is P‘an Chen, iff! and was incorrectly credited to the late Dr. Pilcher in the Triennial Report, page 18, through his having proposed its adoption. * Arithmetic, Outlines. 1 vol. 12mo. 10 cents. The greater part of this treatise was compiled for Dr. Fryer by the noted mathematician Hwa Jeh-ting, now mathematical teacher in the Viceroy’s College at Wuchang. It is the Western system adapted for Chinese use, and is one of the largest volumes of the Outline. Series. Several editions have been sold. * Calculus, Outlines. ^ 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. Within the compass of 30 or more 12mo. leaves to condense a treatise on the Integral aud Differential Calculus seems almost an impossibility. The task has been fairly accomplished, however, in the “Outline Series,” giving the student quite enough to start with on this difficult subject. Conic Sections. [H (gt ® jffi. 1 vol. 8vo.. 25 cents. The Rev. J. H. Judson, of the Hangchow High School, is the translator of this useful text-book. It is based on Loomis’ Elements of Geometry, and is symmetrical with the translations of the other works of the same well known author which appear in this list. A vocabulary of terms in English and Chinese is appended. 3 * Conic Sections, Outlines. ISiW- 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. This is an elementary work by Dr. Fryer. In the simplest manner possible the main features of this rather intricate study are treated so as to give the beginner a fair idea of its scope and practical use. * Geometry. ^ 2 vols. 8vo. 75 cents. The basis of this excellent treatise Is Loomis’ Elements of Geometry, but it has been largely supplemented from such authors as Robinson, Peek, Watson and others. The translation is by the Rev. 0. W. Mateer, D.D., of Tengchow College, and shows the impress of his masterly practical mind. This book is a great improvement orf Euclid. It rejects many propositions in Euclid which are of little or no real use, and adds many others which are needed to complete the subject, and 1 are required in the more advanced branches of mathematics. It simplifies according to the Western method the wholly impracticable fifth book of Euclid, and enlarges and completes Solid and Spherical Geometry. The mathematical signs and symbols of Western countries are used in preference to the Chinese, and Arabic numerals take the place of the native. These changes Dr. Mateer has found to work well in his College after many years of practical experience, and his authority cannot therefore be questioned. Hydrodynamics, Hand-book, fjj yfc % g| fft. 1 vol. 8vo. 15 cents. One of Messrs. W. & A. K. Johnston’s Wall Charts is explain- ed by this hand-book, which forms an excellent introduction to the subject, and is illustrated with reduced copies of the ninety-two pictures. It gives the elementary calculations and formulae that are involved. The translation is by Dr. Fryer. Hydrostatics, Hand-book. 1 vol. 8vo. 15 cents. This is also the hand-book for one of the Wall Charts, and contains reduced copies of the forty-six chart pictures. The main calculations and formulae connected with the subject are given. The translation is by Dr. Fryer. 4 Mechanical Powers , Hand-book. s m m r. 1 vol. 8vo. 15 cents. The remarks on the preceding two works apply equally to this. There are eighty-fonr reduced illustrations. * Mechanics, Outlines. fi & 1. vol. 12mo. 6 cents. This simple treatise forms one of the works of the mathemati- cal division of the “ Outline Series.” Illustrated. * Mensuration, Outlines, ^ 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. The chief features of this useful art are condensed into this one small volume of the “ Outline Series.” Illustrated. Metric System, Hand-book. jjt 0 1 vol. 12mo. 15 cents. The Wall Chart illustrating the new Metric System of Western Countries is explained by a hand-book which Dr. Fryer was asked to translate and publish by the “ School and Text-book Series Committee.” It is not yet completed, but may be expected early next year. It would doubtless have been a great convenience and have saved much confusion if all translations into Chinese had only used the Metric System from the very first. As the system spreads it is important that all Chinese who pursue Western studies should understand it. Trigonometry. A ^ fi #• 2 vols. 8vo. 65 cents. The Rev. A. P. Parker, D.D., of Soochow, has translated this important work, and has taught it successfully to the students of his College, so that there can be no doubt as to its practical value and thoroughness. It has a vocabulary of English and Chinese terms. The original is Loomis’ Trigonometry, which with the other mathematical works by the same author forms the most popular and widely used series of mathematical works in the United States. 1 vol. 8vo. $1.00. This set of tables is taken from the works of Loomis, and has been prepared for use in Chinese schools by the Rev. W. M. Hayes, of Tengchow. Students of Astronomy, &c., will find it a boon. 5 Trigonometry, Outlines. H 'S ^ W- 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. There are many native treatises on Trigonometry, some being very elaborate. The methods are, however, clumsy, compared with those of the West. Hence this little work in the “ Outline Series ” has found some favour among Chinese students of mathematics. II. NATURAL SCIENCES. Acoustics. g ^ fig J|- 1 vol. 8vo. cents. The Rev. W. M. Hayes, of T‘ung-chow, has translated this work chiefly from “Ganot’s Physics,” supplementing from other treatises. Dr. Fryer’s translation of Tyndall’s Treatise on Sound was made some use of, and his nomenclature followed as far as practicable. This fine class book is well illustrated. Acoustics, Outlines, g ^ 1 vol. 13mo. 6 cents. This is a small treatise by Dr. Fryer, covering the most im- portant and practical features in the science, and illustrated. Anatomy. £ gf US '<$• 4 vols. 6mo. $1.60. Vocabulary alone, 10 cents. The late Dr. Osgood, of the American Board Mission, Foochow, made this translation of Gray’s Anatomy, and the “ School and Text-book Series Committee ” adopted it, purchasing part of the first edition. It was subsequently carefully revised by Dr. H. T. Whitney, who extended the English and Chinese Vocabulary of Terms to upwards of 5,000. This very useful and exhaustive Vocabulary may be purchased separately. The difficult tasks of translating and revising this popular treatise have been well and faithfnlly done. The good engravings form an essential feature. Anatomy and Physiology, Hand-book. £ f! m fft. 1 vol. 8 vo. 10 cents. Two of the most useful and popular of the wall charts are those on Anatomy and Physiology. The hand-book to accompany them is translated by Dr. A. Douthwaite, of Chefoo. For school purposes this hand-book alone, or especially if accompanied by the oral explanations of a teacher, will be found of great value. 6 Anatomy and Physiology, Outlines. £ f| £fl. 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. This elementary work by Dr. Fryer has only lately made its appearance in the “ Outline Series.” It gives a good general view ot the subject, carefully arranged for beginners. It has several pages of engravings. Astronomy. % £ ^ g. 2 vols. 8vo. 'Jo cents. The large and elaborate treatise on Astronomy by Herschel, translated by the late Mr. A. Wylie, with the assistance of Mr. Li Shan-lan, afterwards Professor of Mathematics in the Peking Uni- versity, is too voluminous, and the style too high to allow of its being used as a school book. Hence there was a long felt want in mission schools for an intermediate Astronomy. This want has been well supplied by the Rev. W. M. Hayes, of Teng-ehow College. He has taken Loomis’ Astronomy as the basis, and supplemented it from “ Young’s General Astronomy.” This book displays that carefulness and accuracy for which all Mr. Hayes’ work is charac- terized. A Vocabulary of Terms in English and Chinese is append- ed. The illustrations are good. The trigonometrical tables, pu- blished separately, may be used with advantage with this work. Astronomy, Hand-book. ^ ^ gU fft. With reduced charts, 6 mo., 70 cents. Without, 8vo., 25 cents. Reduced four charts separately, coloured, 40 cents the set of four. The four beautiful coloured wall charts on Astronomy, adopted by the “ School and Text-book Series,” are accompanied by a hand- book translated by Dr. Baldwin and Dr. Sites, of Foochow. Both gentlemen have acquitted themselves well in this difficult task. There is a very useful appendix giving the English and Chiuese names of the chief constellations and their principal stars. There are coloured copies of the charts of reduced size, which may be bound up in the hand-books or sold separately. Astronomy, Outlines . % jjr ^ 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. This was the first work published of the “ Outline Series ” by Dr. Fryer. There are several pages of illustrations, and the main features of Astronomy, as far as beginners can understand them, are succinctly described. 7 ' Astronomy, Primer. % $ Jg. 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. This is the scholarly translation by the Rev. J. Edkins, B.A., D.D., of the Astronomy by J. Norman Lockyer, F.R.S., which forms one of MacMillan’s Series of Science Primers. The style is rather too high for young children, and is better adapted for more advanced students. Biology. 0. 1 vol. 6mo. cents. This is a small treatise published by Dr. Holbrook, principally for the use of the T‘ung-chow College. The illustrations are good. Birds, Hand-book. W lirj (SI §&• 1 vol. 8vo. With reduced pictures, 20 cents; without, 10 cents. Reduced pictures, 10 cents. This work is the translation by the late Mrs. Williamson of the hand-book accompanying the Wall Chart of Birds. It is published both with and without the coloured reduced pictures. Considerable numbers of this book and chart have been sold. Botany, flg $ 1 vol. 8vo. 30 cents. This is one of the earliest translations made by the late Dr. Williamson, in which he was assisted by the celebrated writer Li Shan-lan. But few copies are left of the last edition, and as the blocks are old or worm-eaten, while it was never intended as a school book, it will most likely be superseded by another treatise. Botany, Descriptive. Vocabulary. git. 1 vol. 6mo. 10 cents. This collection of terms in English and Chinese was commen- ced with the translation of Royle and Headland’s Materia Medica and Therapeutics, and afterwards added to, at the request of the School and Text-book Series Committee, from various other works, particularly the Botany Hand-book. It will be printed soon. Botany, Hand-book. ® 0 ®t 1 vol. 8vo. 20 cents. There are four beautiful Wall Charts illustrating fully the principles of Botany. The hand-book to these, translated by Dr. 8 Fryer, is just ready for issue. It is illustrated by copies of the 154 pictures in the charts, reduced to a convenient size. It will be found an interesting and useful study for high-schools and col- leges. The author is John Hutton Balfour, M.D., F.R.S., F.L.S., Emeritus Professor of Botany, Edinburgh. The four charts treat the subject as follows: (1.) Organs of plants, tissues, root, stem. (2.) Leaves and their modifications. (3.) Inflorescence and whorls. (4.) Pistil, ovule, fruit, seed, organs of flowerless plants. Botany, Primer . ;fjg 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. The Rev. J. Edkins, D.D., has translated this book, using as his original the Botanical Primer -of Messrs. MacMillan’s series, by that eminent authority, Sir J. D. Hooker, C.B., F.R.S. The style of the translation is perhaps too high for children, but will suit advanced students and literary men. * Chemical Apparatus and Reagents. 2. vols. 6mo. 50 cents. This is a translation by Dr. Fryer of “ Griffin’s Chemical Handicraft.” It is illustrated by about 790 engravings, and is in- valuable both for teachers and advanced students. Every piece of apparatus is named, and its size, use and description are as com- plete as is likely to be required. Most of the important principles of Chemistry are incidentally given, while the order and arrange- ment facilitate easy reference. The amount of work involved in preparing these two volumes is evident at a glance. *Chemical Vocabulary . 1 vol. 6mo. Foreign paper, 20 cents ; Chinese paper, 10 cents. The names of about 1,800 Chemical Substances that are most commonly known and met with are here arranged in alphabetical order, in English, with Chinese equivalents. These are the terms used in the various translations by Dr. J. Fryer of works on Che- mistry and allied subjects. They are in the old notation, but a small table of such alterations as were made when the new nota- tion was established, and which anyone can easily construct for himself, will render this vocabulary equally serviceable for either, until such time as the new edition of the vocabulary, now in pre- paration in the new notation, is ready for use. 9 Chemistry, Text-Book , ft^^t% J. 1 vol. 8 vo. 25 cents. The “ School and Text-book Series Committee ” among its earliest works asked Dr. Fryer to supply an intermediate text-book on Chemistry, and this volume is the result. Since its publication the new system of notation has superseded the old, and come into universal use. Hence a revised edition of the book has been pre- pared according to the new notation, and will shortly he on sale. Though it has many illustrations it might advantageously be used in connection with the Chemistry Wall Charts. * Chemistry , Outlines, ft ^ M % 1 - 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. In this little illustrated work the fundamental principles of Chemistry are carefully condensed and brought down to the capacity of beginners. It was written in the old notation, but in the next edition the old will be exchanged for the new. * Chemistry , Primer , ft ^ jgfc 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. Dr. J. Edkins has translated this work in the high W6n-li style from the Chemistry Primer in MacMillan’s Series. It is by Professor H. E. Roscoe, F.R.S., and contains at the end questions on the main points. * Chemistry of Common Life , ft ^ ^ ffi|. 4 vols. 8vo. $1.00. This is a careful translation by Dr. Fryer of the excellent work of that name by Professor James F. W. Johnston, M.A., F.R.S.L. and E., &c., &c., revised and brought down to the present time by G. H. Lewis. It may either serve as an auxiliary class book to accompany any work on Chemistry or separately as an interesting reading book. The style is very simple, and the engravings good and plentiful. Chemistry, Hand-book , ft ^ H fft. 1 vol. 8vo. 25 cents. There are five good wall charts by Thos. J. Menzies, M.A., of Glasgow, illustrating the chief features of Inorganic Chemistry, and these are accompanied by five small hand-books, which Dr. Fryer is at present translating, and will include in one volume. The subject of Chemistry is treated clearly and at considerable 10 length under the following five heads : — (1) Elementary Bodies. (2) Chemical Physics. (3) Air, Water and Combustion. (4) Laboratory Apparatus and Manipulation. (5) Crystallization. Next to having the actual apparatus and reagents, which are expensive, and require great skill for their satisfactory use and teaching these wall charts with the illustrated hand-book in the hands of intelligent teachers or students ought to give a pretty fair general theoretical knowledge of Chemistry. * Dynamics , Outlines. 3ft- 1 vol. 12ino. 6 cents. This small illustrated volume gives a condensed account of the different kinds of natural and other forces and the laws to which they are subject. To a certain extent it is a supplement or com- panion to the work on Mechanics in the same “ Outline Series.” Electricity and Magnetism, Hand-book. If |f£ gj fft. 1 vol. 8vo. 30 cents. These important subjects, of such great interest at the present day, are illustrated by five wall charts, accompanied by the same number of descriptive hand-books, giving their leading principles in a clear and concise manner. The hand-books, translated and combined into one volume by Dr. J. Fryer, have been in use for some years, and seem to give general satisfaction. They contain reduced copies of all the wall chart pictures. The branches are treated in the following order. (1) Magnetism. (2) Frictional Electricity. (3) Voltaic Electricity. (4) The Electric Telegraph. (5) Electro Deposition of Metals. * Electricity , Outlines. 1g £§> 3ft- 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. The more distinguishing features of this comparatively new Science and its various applications are here condensed by Dr. Fryer into a few pages, just sufficient for elementary purposes. It is well illustrated. Geology. gg-. 1 vol. 8vo. 25 cents. Rev. G. Owen, of Peking, translated this book several years ago for the School and Text-book Series Committee, using as his authority “Page’s Introductory Text-book,” and supplementing from Dana, Dawson & Lyall. It is very carefully done and well 11 adapted for use in Chinese schools. The illustrations are generally good. There is a carefully prepared vocabulary in English and Chinese of the geological terms employed, which has only lately been published, and which may be obtained separately if required. *Geology, Outlines. ^ Jfl. 1 vol. 12mo. 5 cents. A simple and effective introduction to the science of Geology this little illustrated volume of Dr. Fryer’s is calculated to serve as an elementary school book, or as a general view of the subject for ordinary enquirers. *Geology, Primer. ^ jffc gf . 1 vol. 8vo. 50 cents. Here we have one of the MacMillan Series of Science Primers, by Professor Geikie, F.R.S., translated by the Rev. J. Edkins, D.D. The combined efforts of two such scholars could only result in a valuable and tersely written text-book. *“ Health for Little Folks.” 1 vol. 8vo. 25 cents. The Temperance Physiology Series, translated and adapted for use in Chinese schools by Dr. J. Fryer, commences with this work, which has already become popular in several mission schools. This primary grade school book is the first of a series authorised by Mrs. Mary H. Hunt, National aud International Superintendent of the Department of Scientific Instruction of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union, assisted by an influential Advisory Board. It conforms with the requirements of the legislation on temperance instruction in schools in the U. S. A., but it is at the same time a most effective treatise on Human Physiology, in the simplest language possible. It is profusely and beautifully illustrated by nearly fifty engravings, being one of the finest specimens of print- ing ever issued by the Presbyterian Mission Press. It is on good white paper ; the text being in large type, while the complete questions are in smaller type. Opium-smoking and foot-binding have received special attention. Heat, Hand-book. |f. ] vol. 8vo. 15 cents. The two wall charts this hand-book is intended to explain are by Professor W. Lees, M.A., Lecturer on Natural Philosophy in the University of Edinburgh. Such subjects as the Nature of Heat, 12 The Thermometer, Deportment of Water in freezing, Capacity for Heat, Specific Heat, Freezing by Evaporation, Conduction of Heat, &c., &c., are treated fully and carefully. There are thirty-eight large illustrations on the charts, which are reproduced on a small scale and bound up in this hand-book. The translation is by Dr. J. Fryer. *Heat, Outlines . M 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. This important subject is treated in afsimple and concise man- ner with suitable illustrations, and contains enough to interest and profit, but not to tire and bewilder the young student. * “How to Live Long ” % § % ff. 1 vol. 6mo. 10 cents. Longevity is a prominent idea in the native mind, and the Chinese character Shou (H) is to be met with everywhere. The “ Elixir of Life ” and the “ Pill of Immortality ” are firmly believed in by many, especially among the Taoists. Advantage has been taken in the discussion of this popular subject to call attention to' some of the true hygienic principles, or methods of correct living, calculated to produce a hale and hearty old age. The English work of Dr. De Lacy Evans, bearing the above title, has been made the basis. It might serve well as a reading book for advanced students, and especially those in medical schools, but it is hardly adapted for ordinary class teaching. Hydrostatics and Hydrodynamics. works.) Hygiene. # £ # 1 vol. 8vo. 20 cents. (See under mathematical’ Dr. J. G. Kerr prepared this original work at the request of the School and Text-book Series Committee. It embraces most of the subjects usually contained in treatises on Hygiene, paying particular attention to diet, habitations and personal and social habits. Though specially adapted for Canton and the Cantonese it will be found of great general utility all over the empire. Hygiene, Lessons in . tyj J| % £ £g. 1 vol. 8vo. 40 cents. This is the second work of the “ Temperance Physiology Series,” translated and adapted for use in Chinese schools by Dr. J. Fryer. This intermediate grade school book by James Johonnot and Eugene 13 ' Bouton, Ph.D., is from the series published by Messrs. D. Appleton & Go., New York, and authorised by Mrs. Mary H. Hunt, National and International Superintendent, department of Scientific Instruc- tion of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union. It of course complies with all the legislation requirements for temperance instruction in schools in the U. S. A. Like its predecessor, “ Health for Little Folks,” it is well illustrated, while opium-smoking and foot-binding receive prominent consideration. The engravings are plentiful, numbering over 80. The text is in large type, and the summary, “ things to find out,” and topical analysis of each chapter are in smaller type. Invertebrate Animals. 1 vol. 8vo. 10 cents. The hand-book for the wall chart illustrating the invertebrates is in the course of preparation, and ought to be ready by the end of the year. It will contain all the 169 illustrations in reduced size. The author is Professor C. Wheeler, of the University at Chicago. It is translated by Dr. J. Fryer, who derived considerable assistance in the work from the late Rev. J. Walley, of Wuhu, who was a member of the Entomological Society of London. 1 vol. 8vo. 50 cents. Rev. J. Edkins, D.D., has translated this Science Primer from MacMillan’s series. It is an abridgment of the work entitled “ Elementary Lessons in Logic, Deductive and Inductive,” by Pro- fessor Stanley Jevons, F.R.S. The translation is in high and heavy W6n-li, so that a much simpler exposition of the principles of logic is needed for young students. Light, Hand-book. # H ft 1 vol. 8vo. 15 cents. Professor W. Lees, M.A., lecturer on Natural Philosophy, Edinburgh University, is the author of two hand-books which ex- plain two of Messrs. W. & A. K. Johnston’s wall charts. The tran- slator of the two hand-books combined in one volume is Dr. J. Fryer. Reduced copies of the 39 illustrations are bound up with the text. The first part treats of the theories of Light, Umbra and Penumbra, Laws of Intensity, etc. The second treats of the Camera Obscura, the Eye, the Spectroscope, etc. 2 vols. 8vo. 60 cents. Rev. W. M. Hayes, of Tengchow College, Shantung, has tran- slated this complete and excellent treatise chiefly from Gauot’s Physics, supplemented from Dr. Lardner’s and other works. He has produced a thoroughly practical school book. The illustrations are good and plentiful. * Light, Outlines. (See Optics.) Mammals, Hand-book. H J|fc B ift. 1 vol. 8vo. Without pictures, 10 cents; with pictures, 6rno.,20 cents. Reduc- ed pictures separately, 10 cents. Mounted, 20 cents. This hand-book for one of the most popular of the wall charts was translated by the late Mrs. Williamson. The chart contains no less than 135 pictures, all in proportional size, on the same plan as in the other Natural History Charts. Thus the mistakes that naturally arise in the minds of scholars as to dimensions from seeing miscellaneous pictures of animals are here avoided. This chart and hand-book are by Professor Gilbert Wheeler, of the N. W. University at Chicago. Reduced copies of the pictures, also coloured, are bound up in the hand-book, or may be purchased separately. * Materia Medica, Vocabulary, jig 1 vol. 6mo. 15 cents. This is a vocabulary in English and Chinese combined with Latin and Chinese, embracing all the terms used provisionally in the translation ofRoyle and Headland’s Materia Medica and Thera- peutics, numbering about 6,500. To native medical students and medical missionaries this vocabulary ought to prove of much service. The appendix contains a list in English and Chinese of over 2,000 names of persons and places occurring in works on Medicine, Chemistry and allied Sciences. * Mineralogy , Outlines. ^ 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. This useful little book for school and general use, illustrated by 69 engravings, gives a fair outline of Mineralogy. Its six chapters treat of the general characteristics of minerals, their form and colour, the non-metallic, the commoner metals, the heavier metals, concluding with an account of the more important of the rocks and precious stones. The author is Dr. J. Fryer. 15 Mineralogy and Palaeontology, Hand-book. 1 vol. 8vo. 15 cents. This is oue of the most useful and complete of all the chart hand-books. There are no less than 244 coloured illustrations in the chart which are reproduced, but without colours, in the hand- book. Where a collection of mineralogical specimens is available this hand-book will be found of much service. Where no such collection can be obtained the book in connection with the chart will be enough to give a fair idea of the subject. The book alone is well suited for the purposes of a text-book. The translation is by Dr. J. Fryer. * Meteorology . $|J ig 1 vol. 6mo. 15 cents. This is a translation by Dr. J. Fryer, chiefly from Messrs. Negretti and Zambra’s Treatise on Meteorological Instruments, in which the general principles of the science are combined with a full description of the instruments and their methods of use. The illustrations are good, and number about one hundred. As the Chinese take great interest in such instruments, and they are easily obtained, explained and understood, every mission school would do well to provide a small collection, to the use of which this book would be a valuable guide. * Microscopes and Telescopes . §g fgfc §g jg §| fft. 1 vol. 6mo. 15 cents. An account of these two kinds of instruments naturally comes under the head of light or optics, but for various reasons it was thought best to publish a separate description of them, which may also be used in connection with works on Natural History, Astro- nomy or other subjects. This treatise by Dr. J. Fryer has some fine illustrations, and contains enough explanations to enable an intelligent Chinaman to understand all the general principles in- volved in the construction and use of these instruments. Mineralogical Vocabulary . £ p{j jjg g 1 vol. 6mo. 15 cents. This vocabulary, consisting of about 1,500 terms in English and Chinese, was published in 1873. Mr. Dana’s “Manual of Mine- ralogy ” had been translated by Dr. D. J. Macgowan and published 16 at the Kiangnan Arsenal in 1870. His nomenclature, however, proved so defective that an entirely new and systematic arrangement had to be made by Dr. Fryer, harmonizing with the terms used in native and foreign works on that and allied subjects. The terms used in Dr. Macgowau’s translation are placed side by side with the new ones, and in addition the chief elements in each mineral are given. * Natural Philosophy . A f"J- 7 vols. in case, 6mo. Common paper, $2.50; white paper, $3.00. This is a series of original and valuable school books by the Eev. W. A. P. Martin, D.D., LL.D., President of the Tungwen College of Peking. It made its appearance about the year 1869, and met with much favour wherever introduced. Each of the seven volumes of the series is devoted to one branch of Natural Philosophy, and in this way Hydraulics, Pneumatics, Dynamics, Light and Heat, Electricity, Chemistry and Mathematical Physics are separately and lucidly treated. When the second edition became necessary the work was entirely re-written and enlarged, so that it now forms one of the most valuable text-books adopted by the Educational Association. The Emperor of China has studied from this edition. *0ptics, Outlines . 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. This elementary work by Dr. J. Fryer contains several pages of illustrations and serves as a concise introduction to the study of light and optics. * Physical Science Apparatus . 1 vol. 6mo. 15 cents. The chief instruments used in teaching mechanics, hydrostatics, hydrodynamics and pneumatics are illustrated and described in this treatise. There are a large number of excellent engravings. The general principles of the construction and use of each kind of apparatus are given in detail. The original work is entitled “ Scientific Handicraft,” the author being John J. Griffin, of London. It is translated by Dr. J. Fryer. 17 *Physics, Primer . ^ g 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. Dr. J. Edkins is the translator of this work, which forms one of the MacMillan series of Science Primers, and is written by Professor Balfour Stewart, F.R.S., Professor of Natural Philosophy in Owen’s College, Manchester. There are various illustrations, and at the end a series of useful questions. * Pneumatics , Outline s. 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. This treatise of Dr. J. Fryer’s gives a general sketch of the subject in 6 chapters, treating of the nature of the atmosphere, air-pumps, atmospheric pressure and instruments for showing it, air in motion and various meteorological instruments. * Physiology . 16 vols. 6mo. $7.00. Dr. J. Dudgeon, Professor of Physiology and Anatomy in the Imperial Tnngwen College at Peking, has devoted years of labour in the preparation of this complete and elaborate treatise, the materials for which came from various authors, such as Kirke, Baker, Morrant, &c. The style is of a high order throughout. There are fourteen volumes of letter press and two of engravings. It is arranged in two Chinese t’ao or cases, and will unquestion- ably be the standard text-book, or rather, book of reference or cyclopaedia of physiology in the Chinese language for a long time to come. No medical school or hospital class for Chinese can afford to be without it. * Physiology , Elementary . ^ ^ 1 vol. 8vo. 50 cents. Dr. Henry D. Porter, of the American Board, has prepared this very useful work, which contains sixty-two electrotype illustrations, three coloured plates and twelve woodcuts, as well as an index and comprehensive vocabulary in English and Chinese. A condensed summary appears on the top margin of each page in smaller type. The original chiefly made use of was Hartshorn’s Conspectus of Medical Science. There is a chapter on mental physiology, with indications of its connection with metaphysics, unfolding a complete outline study of man. It was originally written in mandarin, but at the request of the School and Text-book Series Committee was revised and changed into Easy Wen-li. 18 * Physiology , Primer . |p j§{ jg£ 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. The original of this translation by the Rev. J. Edkins, D.D., is one of the MacMillau series of Science Primers, written by Michael Foster, M.D., F.R.S., &c. * Physiology, Temperance. {$ |p % £ The two works of this class already translated and published are noticed above under the names of “ Health for Little Folks ” and “ Hygiene, lessons in.” The third or most advanced of the same series is in the course of preparation, and is entitled “ Outlines of Anatomy, Physiology and Hygiene.” The author is Roger S. Tracey, M.D. The first volume of another series of the same description of school book, arranged on a different principle, is now in the press, and the second volume is in preparation. They are entitled “First” aud “ Second Books of Physiology and Hygiene,” by J. H. Kellogg, M.D. Reptiles, Amphibians and Fishes , Hand- book, 'g'# 1 vol. Svo. 15 cents. The explanatory Hand-book for the Wall Chart of this title was placed in Dr. J. Fryer’s hands for translation by the School and Text-book Series Committee. It will be ready for issue, it is hoped, early next year, when its turn comes round, and will contain reduced copues of the 96 illustrations of the chart. * Sanitary Science , jg ^ ® 4 WS- 1 vol. 8vo. 15 cents. Messrs. William Collins, Sons & Co,, of London, have published a good series of elementary works on scientific subjects. Amoug them is one on sanitary science, which has been made the basis of this translation by Dr. J. Fryer. Suitable dwelling houses, ventila- tion, heating and drainage are described and illustrated by a large number of engravings, which are copies from the original work. *Science and Literature of tjw West, / ntroductior ). m ^ b& at- 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. This original work by Rev. J. Edkins, D.D., is written as an introduction to his series of 15 Science Primers. It does not therefore partake of the stiffness of style found usually in mere 19 translations. Embodying a general view of his whole series, as well as of Western sciences and literature, it is an excellent book to place in the hands of natives of a literary or enquiring turn of mind, who •require preliminary information before they will care to make a complete investigation of Western lore. Students in mission schools and colleges would do well to go over it carefully in some part of their course. Sciences, Introduction to the. 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. This is a translation by the Rev. Dr. Edkins of the introductory volume to the series of Science Primers published by MacMillan & Co. The author is Professor Huxley, F.R.S. This introduction, supplemented by the original one of Dr. Edkins, referred to above, ought to open the understanding of any intelligent uative to the advantages and importance, as well as the scope and aim of Western learning. Zoology. #) ^ ff & 1 vol. 8vo. 40 cents. Mrs. A. P. Parker, of Soochow, has supplied a text-book on this subject that is exactly suited for Chinese schools. It forms a thick but neat volume of over 70 leaves of descriptive matter, with questions in smaller type. There are iu addition 32 leaves closely filled with photo-lithographic illustrations, containing between three and four hundred separate pictures, each bearing the English as well as the Chinese name. At the end there is a classified vocabu- lary with all the names arranged in their proper scientific order, both in English and Chinese. Zoology and Comparative Anatomy, Hand-book. 1 vol. 8vo. 30 cents. The series of four Wall Charts which are explained by this Hand-book is issued by Messrs. W. and A. K. Johnston, of Edinburgh. The author is Andrew Wilson, Ph. D.. F.R.P.S.E., &c., lecturer on this subject in the Edinburgh Medical School. The School and Text-book Series Committee placed the translation in the hands of Dr. J. Fryer, who hopes to complete the work during the coming year. There are 117 illustrations, which will be reproduced on a reduced scale and bound up iu the hand-book. 20 Zoology, Coloured Illustrations. 1gj #) fg jgg. 1 vol. 16mo. 40 cents. This is the translation of the text accompanying a collection of coloured Natural History pictures, issued in twelve small fascicles by Messrs. F. Warne & Co., of London. The translation is bound up with the complete set of coloured pictures in one volume, and not only serves as an interesting school book but also as an attractive present to Chinese children or adults. Two editions have been exhausted, and a third will soon be ready. The translator was Miss Williamson. Foreign paper and binding. '‘‘ Zoology , Primer. W) <&1 Wc jf . 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. This treatise by Professor Milne Edwards forms one of Mac- Millan’s series of Science Primers. It is translated by Rev. J Edkins, D.D., whose name is a sufficient guarantee for the style and accuracv. */ ITI. HISTORY. Church History . H # jfe ft*. 2 vols. Svo. 50 cents. This is a carefully prepared work by the Rev. H. Corbett, D.D. of Chefoo, and embraces all the divisions of the subject usually found in Text-books. Several standard works were used in the compilation of this sound and scholarly treatise. England, History of . ^ % g| 2 vols. Svo. 50 cents. This is an early work of the Rev. Dr. W. Muirhead’s, which he revised, enlarged and brought up to date for the School and Text- book Series. The original was principally Milner’s English History, published as a school-book by the London Religious Tract Society, and formerly much used in English schools. It takes of course a decidedly religious view of the various branches of the subject which it treats upon. The translation has been enriched in many places by extracts from Chamber’s Encyclopaedia. As a school book it serves to give young people a very fair idea of the History of England, although it needs, like many other works translated into Chinese, to be supplemented and explained orally to make such foreign allusions as it contains, intelligible to a Chinaman who knows next to nothing about Western countries. The Reformation ' 21 is treated at considerable length. The proper names seem to have been taken, where possible, from the large treatise on geography, known as the JU iu? % and published originally by a former Governor of Foo-kien. * Europe, History of. jjfy| B&. 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. This is a translation by the Rev. Dr. Edkins of the History of Europe by E. A. Freeman, D.C.L., LL.D., &c. The original work is one of the Literature and History Primers edited by John Edward Green, and published by MacMillan & Co., of London. It is illus- trated by maps. * Greece , History of . # gg jg 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. The author of this book is C. A. Fyffe, M.A. It forms one of the series of History and Literature Primers mentioned above. It is translated by the Rev. J. Edkins, D.D. *Rome, History o f. J§ ;g Bfr. 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. The Rev. Dr. Edkins is the translator of this book, which was written by M. Creighton, M.A., and forms part of the above mentioned series published by MacMillan & Co. The above three histories have been very popular text-books in England, and have been carefully rendered into Chinese so as to serve all the pur- poses of text- books, although the style is too high for the youngest students. Russia, History of. ft IP- 4 vols. 8vo. 65 cents. Bohn’s classical series was made the basis of this work, which has been satisfactorily rendered into Easy WSn-li by the Rev. F. R. Galpin, of Ningpo. Cassell’s History has been used to supplement the original, and to add recent events. It is bound in four volumes, and forms a valuable text-book, while it has been purchased in con- siderable numbers by Chinese officials and others who are anxious to know as much as possible about their formidable Northern neighbour. * Russia , History o f. 0 jg 1 vol. 6mo. 10 cents. This is a reprint of the History of Russia that appeared in the Chinese Scientific and Industrial Magazine. It was chiefly written by a well known Euglish gentleman, holding an important official position in China, but who prefers not to have his name made public. It gives in a condensed form both a historical and geo- graphical account of the country, and is illustrated by a map showing the boundaries between China and Russia. United States, History . ^ The history of the United States by Dr. Bridgman being long out of print, and the Rev. A. Smith not having produced the work on this subject apportioned to him by the School and Text-book Series Committee, the need is about to be supplied by the Rev. M. C. Wilcox, of Foochow. Mr. Wilcox having made the study of history a speciality, and having had practical experience in teaching it in Chinese schools, his work, which may be expected before long, will be a valuable addition to our school literature. Universal History. |§ g] jg 6 vols. 6 mo. 1 . 50 . The Rev. Dr. Sheffield compiled and published this large and important text-book in 6 vols., with many fine coloured maps, at his own expense, for use in his college at T‘ung-chow. A considerable demand having naturally arisen for it the blocks and maps were purchased from him by the School and Text-book Series Committee, and its publication has been continued up to the present time. It contains a useful vocabulary of the proper names in Chinese and English, which may also be purchased separately. An abridgment has been published at Foochow, which is found highly serviceable for elementary classes. IV. GEOGRAPHY AND MAPS. Diagrams, Astronomical and Geographies!, Hand-book. % £ m IB it- 1 vol. 8vo. 10 cents. This hand-book explains one of the most useful of the coloured wall charts for elementary schools. Eight of its diagrams are of an astronomical character, and four are geographical. There is a large view representing natural phenomena over the globe, as well as the chief works of man, while a map represents and explains the usual geographical terms. The hand-book translated by Dr. J. Fryer will contain, when published early next year, reduced copies of the diagrams. 23 * Elementary Geography. # H M- 1 vol. 8vo. cents. _ The Catechism of Geography published by the Christian Verna- cular Society was made the basis for the translation of this book by the late Dr. L. W. Pilcher, of Peking. It is well prepared and beautifully printed ; the maps being especially good. * Physical Geography. 3i pgf. 1 vol. This is also a work by the late Dr. L. W. Pilcher, based on Monteith’s Physical Geography, and well suited for the purpose intended. Physical Geography. M M fjfc. 1 vol. 8vo. 35 cents. Rev. F. L. H. Pott, B.D., of St. John’s College, Shanghai, has also produced a good translation of Monteith’s Physical Geography, adapting it to the special requirements of the students uuder his charge, as well as of mission schools in general. It is well il- lustrated. * Physical Geography, Outlines. M M 1 vol, 12ino. 5 cents. One of the Outline Series by Dr. Fryer serves as a good intro- duction to the study of Physical Geography, suitable for elementary schools. It contains six pages of illustrations. Political Geography. M 1 vol. 8vo. 50 cents. Rev. W. Mnirhead, D.D., published the first edition of this work at an early period of his labours in China, using as his authority a "treatise issued by the London Religious Tract Society, with ad- ditions from Hughes, Cornwell and other authors. At the request of the School and Text-book Series Committee he revised and greatly enlarged the work, adding new maps and other improve- ments. The nomenclature for proper names seems to be adopted as far as possible from the gj| g * * Political Geography, ftfe jfe ||. 1 vol. 4to. Foreign paper 60 cents. Rev. L. D. Chapin, formerly of Tientsin and T'ungchow, com- piled this treatise many years ago from Colton’s and other school geographies. The illustrations and maps are good and numerous. 24 while the question and answer system is well adapted for Chinese school purposes. Hence it has been a very popular work in mission schools, so that a new edition was called for directly the first became out of print. The arrangement of a new geographical nomenclature has delayed the appearance of a new edition year after year. Mrs. Ritchie, of Tengchow has, however, lately arranged the nomenclature, and it is confidently hoped that the educationists who have undertaken the revision will shortly make it possible to supply the great demand for such a book that now exists on all sides. * Political Geography . M. H- ift. 2 vols. 4to. 40 cents. Rev. J. W. Davis, D.D., of Soochow, has prepared this text-book principally for use in the schools of his mission, but it is well received in other schools and by the Chinese generally when they meet with it. It is somewhat on the same principle as Mr. Chapin’s work, above mentioned, but, of course, newer and up to date, having been comparatively recently published. The Edinburgh Ency- clopedia was the basis for translation, and the maps which are bound up in a separate volume are from Colton’s Geography. The illustrations are plentiful, and it is on the whole a very serviceable school book. *Political Geography , Outlines . jg fy. 1 vol. 12mo. 4 cents. This little work gives a brief sketch of the political divisions of the world, with an account of the chief countries. It has a small set of maps, and is designed for use in elementary schools, or for enquirers into this most important branch of Western knowledge. Sacred Geography. 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. m ± j * m # Rev. R. H. Graves, D.D., of Canton, has prepared this useful book for mission schools and Bible students from such originals as Barrow’s Sacred Geography and Antiquities, Tristram’s Land of Israel, Smith’s Bible Dictionary, &c., and has taken the greatest pains to render it as complete and accurate as possible, at the same time condensing it within the limits of a text-book. Scripture Geography , Maps, M J* Price per sheet uncoloured and unmounted, 5 cents. Per set, 65 cents. This is a set of 16 wall maps that have been prepared by Mrs^ Ritchie, of the American Presbyterian Mission, Tengchow, to illustrate the countries mentioned in the Bible at different periods- 25 of their history. They are at present in the printer’s hands, and will be issued four at a time during the ensuing year. The whole set adjusted to a suitable frame or stand, so that any required map can easily be presented to view, will be of value, not only for day and Sunday schools but also for mission chapels. They can be obtained either plain or coloured by hand, mounted or unmounted. Plain 5 cents each. Coloured 25 cents. Mounted and coloured 50 cents. The set of 16 mounted and coloured $7.00. Terms in Geography , Hand-book. 1 vol. 8vo. 10 cents. The large coloured wall chart, specially adapted for the explanation of geographical terms, is accompanied by a hand-book, which was placed in Dr. Fryer’s hands for translation several years ago, and will appear when its turn comes for publication. It will give an excellent idea to children of the terms they meet with in elementary geography, and which without such assistance require much explanation on the part of teachers. Topography of Palestine. M /&• 1 vol. 6mo. 30 cents. This is an abridgment of the Rev. Dr. Graves’ Sacred Geography mentioned above, and suitable for the most elementary classes. World in Hemispheres, Wall-map, jgEnffillttfefitll* Price unmounted, 75 cents. Mounted $1.00. Messrs. W. and A. K. Johnston having supplied the School and Text-book Series Committee with a copy of their outline wall map of the world, the names were written in under the guidance of the Rev. Y. K. Yen, M.A. The map was then lithographed in colours at Edinburgh, and 2,500 copies purchased. The sales have been considerable, not only to mission schools but to the Chinese public. Tables and other explanations, with small maps, appear below and on the margins. Y. RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY. *Aids to Understanding the Bible. H gj ^ 6 vols. 6mo. 50 cents. This work was planned by the late Rev. Dr. Williamson, and the task of its preparation was divided among several prominent missionaries. It was at first intended that the School and Text-book Series Committee should publish it, but it was afterwards handed over to another Society, who bore the expenses. It contains much valuable matter for Bible students, together with suitable maps, &c. 26 Biblical Natural History, Part 1. I g | 1 1. 1 vol. 6mo. 40 cents. This is a reprint of several articles that appeared in the Chinese Scientific and Industrial Magazine, The illustrations are plentiful and of excellent quality. The first part treats of the races of mankind and some of the chief minerals, birds and mammals mentioned in the Bible, but gives no quotations or references. The second part, not yet issued, will give a brief account of the principal invertebrates and of the vegetable kingdom. Gateways of Knowledge . §$ 3l R. 1 vol. 8 VO. 10 cents. The Rev. W. Muirhead is the translator of this useful little work, which was written by Dr. George Wilson, of Edinburgh. Each of the five senses is described, and its office commented on in a pleasant and highly instructive manner. It serves well as a school reading book. Ancient Religions and Philosophies, jy M 3 vols. 8vo. 70 cents. The late Dr. A. Williamson is the author of this treatise, which was compiled from various sources. It is well illustrated, and contains a brief sketch of the chief religions and philosophies of old times, both in the East and West, together with a short notice of their founders. Mental Philosophy, Part 1. 1 vol. 8vo. 30 cents. This is a valuable text-book translated by the Rev. Y. K. Yen M.A., who used as his original the Mental Philosophy of Dr. Haven. The difficulty of establishing a workable Chinese nomenclature Mr. Yen has well overcome, and at present his translation is the only one available for high-schools and colleges. The second part is not yet ready for publication. Moral Philosophy. U gg M If- 2 vols. 8vo. 40 cents. This important subject has been admirably treated by the Rev. Dr. J. Whiting, of Peking, who used as his authority the well known work of Alexander, supplementing from Hopkins, Haven and Hickok. Other authors have been translated and used provisionally as text-books in some missionary colleges, but none appear to have been published for general use. 27 * Theology, Natural. jg. 2 vols. 8vo. 50 cents. The late Rev. Dr. Williamson issued the greater part of this work in the form of miscellaneous articles in Dr. Y. J. Allen’s “ Globe Magazine.” A demand arising for a separate work he revised and enlarged these articles so as to produce a fairly well connected and scientific view of the subject. YI. READERS. First Reader . g|§lg®-. 1 vol. 8 vo. 12£ cents. Second Reader. 1 vol. 8vo. 15 cents. These two Readers were prepared by Miss L. Happer at the request of the Committee of the School and Text-book Series. They contain extracts from standard books, as well as some original matter, all of an instructive character, and in an easy style of Wen-li. Third Reader, i f § 1 S S 1 vol. 8vo. 20 cents. Dr. Happer prepared this Reader at the request of the School and Text-book Series Committee. It takes up more difficult subjects than the two preceding ones, and the style is higher Wen-li. *Hongkong Readers . %J ift 3 vols. 8vo. 25 cents. This set of four Readers was adopted by the School and Text- book Series Committee and recommended for use provisionally till the new ones mentioned above were ready for issue. They were compiled for use in the government schools in Hongkong. VII. MISCELLANEOUS. *Arts and Manufactures. ifc H $§ lift. This series of reprints, taken from Dr. Fryer’s Chinese Scientific and Industrial Magazine , was adopted by the School and Text-book Series Committee. It embraces accounts of some of the more important Western arts and manufactures that are gradually 23 finding their way into China, and is generally well illustrated with fine engravings. Some of the volumes are noticed in their proper places in this catalogue. The remainder, though not all strictly educational in their character, have been found interesting and profitable reading for students in mission schools and colleges. It is not necessary to describe them in detail, and hence their names and titles only are appended : — m ffe pp is « & Bleaching, Dyeing and Printing Cot ton Cloth ... Cotton Manufacture ... Drawing and Surveying Instruments Drawing and Sketching, the Art of, Electro-metallurgy ... Flowers and Fruits of the West Iron and Steel Manufacture . & m m §§ ■ m m $ H ft ® Mil % M it & m m m m & IP sf I® h mi umm m \% % m him t ft m m to p3- m s \t m m % Materia Medica of the West. Part Nickel-plating... Paper Manufacture ... Photographic Apparatus Photography, Art of ... Photography, Dry Plate Sericulture Sphygmograph, Description and Use Sugar Cultivation and Manufacture Steam Engineering and Mechanical Appliances World’s Columbian Exposition Buildings and Catalogue 4 cents. 5 cents. 15 cents. 20 cents. 10 cents. 10 cents. 10 cents. 35 cents. 5 cents. 5 cents. 15 cents. 20 cents. 8 cents. 6 cents. 15 cents. 10 cents. 25 cents. 15 cents. fT China and Neighbours. Ffi © g§ i§ ft. 1 vol. 8 vo. 30 cents. This is one of the most popular books ever published by foreign- ers in China. Appearing first in Dr. Y. J. Allen’s “ Globe Magazine,” it was soon republished in a separate work, and edition after edition was called for. It was cut on blocks and reprinted in Hankow till the blocks were worn out. Lastly it was republished, after numerous revisions and additions from Dr. Allen, by the Chinese Scientific Book Depot in Shanghai, where it is still obtainable. The large sale and populartity of this work show its appreciation by the Chinese. It has doubtless done great good in the way of opening up the minds of Chinese officialdom to the nature and importance of their relation to the outside world. 29 * Civilization . @ j!j 13. 3f[ 5 vols. 8vo. 50 cents. Dr. E. Faber is the author of this well known and widely cir- culated original treatise, which though not perhaps at first intended as a school book is still of great value from an educational point of view. Chinese officials and literary graduates speak most highly of the style and of the broad principles with which the subject is treated. It has proved to be one of the most successful books ever published by Protestant missionaries, and edition after edition in various styles of printing have been issued. The advanced classes in some of the mission schools make use of it with advantage. * Drawing and Sketching, Art of . |f&. 1 vol. 6mo. 20 cents. The Chinese have various books of drawing lessons and ex- amples which are the work of celebrated artists. These are repro- duced by photo-lithography and sold at very low prices. Of the principles of perspective they know next to nothing, and their methods of sketching, shading, colouring, &c., differ materially from ours. This treatise by Dr. J. Fryer is an attempt to explain and exemplify the Western systems together with the use of lead pencils and water colours. It has many specially prepared illustrations. The text book used as the basis was the second volume of Drawing Lessons in “ Chamber’s Educational Course.” * Drawing and Surveying Instruments. $1] fg fft. 1 vol. 6mo. 15 cents. This is a well illustrated treatise giving a detailed account of the various instruments used in different kinds of surveying and their method of use, as well as the various instruments required for drawing plans, sections, maps, &c. It is one of Dr. Fryer’s reprints from the Chinese Scientific and Industrial Magazine. Drawing from Models , Hand-book. §( ^ Hfj 1ft. 1 vol. 8 vo. 15 cents. There are twelve sheets of uncoloured diagrams forming a series of examples in drawing from models published by Messrs. W. & A. K. Johnston, each sheet being 28 inches by 35 inches. These are all founded on the principles of perspective, and several of them are from models set by the Science and Art Department in London. 30 The explanatory hand-book is translated by Dr. J. Fryer, and con* tains reduced copies of the large diagrams. *Drawing Instruments, Outlines . mm- 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. This is an original treatise by Dr. Fryer, giving a description of the chief instruments employed in mathematical, engineering and other drawings and pointing out their proper method of use. It has twenty-six engravings, and covers all the ground that a beginner wants to know. Education . j||t 1 vol. Svo. 15 cents. This treatise of Herbert Spencer has been translated by the Rev. Y. K. Yen, M.A., who brought to the task a thorough ac- quaintance with Chinese and foreign literature, enabling him on the one hand to grasp the meaning of the author, and on the other to express it in purely idiomatic Chinese. It is a work that every native employed in teaching in mission schools, as well as every one in training for the ministry, would do well to study, or at any rate to read through most carefully. Engines and Boilers, Hand-book . ^ gjg jg§ 1 vol. 8 vo. cents. There are two wall-charts in the series of Messrs. W. & A. K. Johnston giving an account of the chief features of modern steam engines and boilers. Each chart contains fifteen large coloured diagrams. The descriptive hand-book for the two charts translated by Dr. J. Fryer has recently been published. *Etiquette of Western Countries, Outlines . t@ flit #1 ^ p, j&mm* n- 2 vols. 12mo. 6 cents each. This is an attempt to explain some of the leading features of the social etiquette of Western nations so as to make them appear reasonable and intelligible to the Chinese. There are two volumes ; the first embracing some of the positive requirements, or “ what to do ” ; and the second some of the negative features, or “ what to avoid.” Such books are much needed wherever Chinese and foreigners come into contact, and especially in missionary educa- tional establishments, where the English language is taught and foreign etiquette is more or less practiced. 31 Eye and its Diseases. 1 vol. 8vo. 60 cents. Rev. A. W. Douthwaite, M.D., is the author of this treatise, which is intended not only for medical classes under foreign instruc- tion hut as a popular explanation of the structure of the eye and of the care and attention it should receive, both in health and disease. It is illustrated by coloured plates printed expressly in England, as well as by woodcuts. Law, International, by Bluntschli. sfe jg 4 vols. Svo. $1.00. The original of this work is the “ Volker recht” of Bluutschli. The translator is the Rev. W. A. P. Martin, LL.D., &c., President of the T ‘ung-wen College at Peking. The style is of the high order which characterises the translations of this prominent sinologue. This edition was specially revised by Dr. Martin before being repub- lished by the School and Text-book Series Committee, Either this book or the following one might well form part of the advanced course of every mission college. *Law, International, by Wheaton. H ®I 4V i£. 4 vols. 6mo. $1.50. This was one of the earliest efforts of the Rev. W. A. P. Mar- tin, LL.D., who presented the manuscript to the Tsung-li Yamen at Peking about thirty years ago, where it was at once appreciated, accepted and published. For many years it was the only treatise the foreign office had to depend upon as a guide in their inter- national relations. The highest officials vied with each other in writing eulogistic prefaces for it, and it has long held a place in the standard literature of the country. It has passed through various editions, both in China and Japan. As a text book for advanced students in mission colleges it is of much value. Music, Principles of Vocal . 1 vol. 8vo. 10 cents. This is an original work by Mrs. C. W. Mateer, of Tengchow, giving a good idea of the W estern system of music and its notation. It is accompanied by suitable Chinese and foreign tunes with exercises. It has been revised and enlarged, forming a useful and desirable book for educational establishments where good and lively singing should form an agreeable accompaniment of work and worship. 32 * Political Economy .‘M g) 3 vols. 6mo. 75 cents. This work by the Rev. W. A. P. Martin, LL.D., is a statement of the economic principles carried out in the most advanced of our Western countries. It gives a good conception of wealth, labour and value and the process of distribution, the importance of education and other important features in political economy ; while it refers lucidly to the action of moral forces and the organic nature of society. The curriculum that should be found in higher schools for the Chinese should embrace this excellent text-hook. * Political Economy. g [H ^ Js* 1 vol. 6mo. 50 cents. The Rev. J. Edkins, D.D., has furnished this scholarly transla- tion of the “ Science Primer ” on this subject, written by Professor Stanley Jevons, F.R.S. The Educational Times says of all this series of Primers: “They are wonderfully clear and lucid in their instruction, simple in style and admirable in plan.” These good characteristics will doubtless all be found in this Chinese version by those who use it. Political Economy, Outlines. 1 vol. 12mo. 6 cents. This little treatise gives a condensed view of the more important features of political economy, arranged in seven chapters, showing what the real wealth of a nation consists in, and its relation to education, agriculture, capital, labour, produce and money. Star Atlas. This is an atlas of twelve maps of the principal stars, showing their positions night after night throughout the year, with intro- ductory explanation and a separate explanation of each map. It has been adapted from “ Half Hours with the Stars,” by the late Richard A. Proctor, B.A., F.R.S., but all the positions have been specially calculated for three latitudes, viz., 30° N. approximately for Shanghai and Central China ; 20° N. approximately for Canton and South China ; and 40° N. approximately for Peking and North China. The volume for each latitude will be sold separately. This atlas was prepared by Dr. J. Fryer and adopted some years ago by the School and Text-book Series Committee, but difficulties arose in getting it printed in England at a low enough price to make it within the reach of the pockets of the average native and to remove the temptation for native printers to issue a pirated edition. Ar- rangements are now being made to ensure its publication shortly. 33 Wall Charts. #1 is; B n| 5 - Each sheet mounted $2.00. Unmounted $1.65. The forty-two sheets of these coloured wall charts enumerated below, were prepared expressly for school and lecture purposes by some of the eminent science teachers of England and America. They were all adopted by the School and Text-book Series Com- mittee, and some have been sold in considerable numbers. The English names of the various objects are all translat ed, and the Chinese characters written on them by professional copyists. Each chart measures fifty inches by forty inches, and is accompanied by a hand-book which has been translated. Most of these hand-books are already published, and the remainder will soon appear. Each is described in its proper place in this catalogue. The hand-books and wall charts are sold separately. Anatomy and Physiology. Two charts. Astronomical and Geographical Diagrams. One chart. Astronomy. Four charts. Birds. One chart. Botany. Four charts. Chemistry. Five charts. Electricity and Magnetism. Five charts. Geographical Terms. One chart. Heat. Two charts. Hydraulics. One chart. Hydrostatics. One chart. Invertebrate Animals. One chart. Light. Two charts. Mammals. One chart. Mechanical Powers. One chart. Metric System. One chart. Mineralogy and Palaeontology. One chart. Model Drawing. Twelve charts. Properties of Matter. One chart. Reptiles, Amphibians and Fishes. One chart. Steam Engines and Boilers. Two charts. Zoology and Comparative Anatomy. Four charts. 5c % x aa H ib ffl m m a Tl'ikM % ffl swim *8£H SS ffl n ■g & mm 34 ADDENDUM. Analytical Geometry, ft ^ ^ #• 2 vols. 8vo. cents. Rev. Dr. A. P. Parker has completed his revised translation of Loomis’ Analytical Geometry. It is hoped that the printing will not require more than three or four months. It is partly a revision of Mr. Wylie’s translation of the same author, and partly a new translation. The great improvements made in the later editions of Loomis as compared with the old edition from which Wylie’s translation was made, together with the large amount of new matter contained in the last edition, seemed to call for a thorough revision with additions so as to bring everything up to date. Dr. Parker has used the Arabic numerals and the terminology that have been employed in the translation of the other works of the mathematical series of Loomis that have already appeared in Chinese. This new publication will be welcomed by all who are teaching mathematics in mission schools and colleges. Hitherto Mr. Wylie’s Loomis and Dr. Fryer’s translation of the treatise on the same subject from the Encyclopaedia Britannica have been the only text-books available, except the condensed account of the Calculus in the “ Outline Series.” ;