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The arrangement of the books is very systematic, having the proper matter in the proper *place. 2d. Everything is presented in a clear, concise and interesting manner. I might add another reason-that the teachers are able to understand it, and so are able to teach the subject intelligently." J. W. MEANS, Princ., Christiansburg :-"No book has ever rendered such decided proofs of thoroughness, completeness and superior merit." Sup't C. F. PALMER, Findlay :-" They are divested of all superfluous matter and contain only what the pupil should learn, The system of Map Drawing is clear and simple, and we obtain excellent results without subordinating everything else as is sometimes necessary." Sup't W. W. ROSS, Fremont :-"They are especially commendable in that they pursue the natural order of the subject." Sup't H. B. FURNESS, Tiffin:-" They are highly esteemed by our teachers, who believe they are doing better work in Geography than ever before." J. A. SLONEKER, Princ., Trenton :-"The Eclectic Geographies give satisfaction in every particular. I teach Geography by the topic method, and have seen no Geography that excels the Eclectic for this purpose." room. Sup't JOSEPH F. LUKENS, Wooster:-"They stand the test of the schoolThe best results attend their use. The system of Map Drawing practical, and the results are good maps and increased interest in the study.' Sup't W. R. WEAN, Wellington:-"No change in school-books could be fraught with greater or better results." Pres't DIXON, Willoughby College: "I think the author has discovered and presented to us the true method of most successfully teaching this sci ence.' WILSON, HINKLE & CO., Publishers, Cincinnati and New York. |