JOSEPH HOCKING
THE PRINCE OF THIS WORLD. 3s. 6d.
THE FINANCIAL TIMES.--"A strong knowledge of human nature, for whichMr. Hocking is famous, is well portrayed in the pages of this novel,and this, in conjunction with the interesting nature of the plot,renders it particularly successful. The book will be appreciated bynovel readers."
ROGER TREWINION. 3s. 6d.
T. P.'s WEEKLY.--"It is a foregone conclusion that Mr. Hocking willalways have a good story to tell. 'Roger Trewinion' can stand forthwith the best, a strong love interest, plenty of adventure, anatmosphere of superstition, and Cornwall as the scene."
THE COMING OF THE KING. 3s. 6d.
THE GLASGOW HERALD.--"Mr. Hocking's imagination is fertile, and hisskill in the arrangement of incident far above the average, and thereis an air of reality in all his writing which is peculiarly charming."
ESAU. 3s. 6d.
THE OUTLOOK.--"Remarkable for the dramatic power with which the scenesare drawn and the intense human interest which Mr. Hocking has wovenabout his characters. 'Esau' is sure to be one of the novels of theseason."
GREATER LOVE. 3s. 6d.
THE NEWCASTLE CHRONICLE.--"Though of a totally different character from'Lest We Forget,' Mr. Hocking's latest story is entitled to take rankalong with that fine romance."
LEST WE FORGET. 3s. 6d.
PUBLIC OPINION.--"His story is quite as good as any we have read of theStanley Weyman's school, and presents an excellent picture of theexciting times of Gardiner and Bonner."
AND SHALL TRELAWNEY DIE? 3s. 6d.
THE WEEKLY SUN.--"An engaging and fascinating romance. The reader putsthe story down with a sigh, and wishes there were more of these breezyCornish uplands, for Mr. Joseph Hocking's easy style of narrative doesnot soon tire."
JABEZ EASTERBROOK. 3s. 6d.
THE ROCK.--"Real strength is shown in the sketches, of which that ofBrother Bowman is most prominent. In its way it is delightful."
THE WEAPONS OF MYSTERY. 3s. 6d.
"Weapons of Mystery" is a singularly powerful story of occultinfluences and of their exertion for evil purposes.
ZILLAH: A ROMANCE. 3s. 6d.
THE SPECTATOR.--"The drawing of some of the characters indicates thepossession by Mr. Hocking of a considerable gift of humour. Thecontents of his book indicate that he takes a genuine interest in thedeeper problems of the day."
THE MONK OF MAR-SABA. 3s. 6d.
THE STAR.--"Great power and thrilling interest.... The scenery of theHoly Land has rarely been so vividly described as in this charming bookof Mr. Hocking's."
THE PURPLE ROBE. 3s. 6d.
THE QUEEN.--"Mr. Hocking's most interesting romance. It is exceedinglyclever, and excites the reader's interest and brings out the powerfulnature of the clever young minister. This most engrossing bookchallenges comparison with the brilliance of Lothair."
THE SCARLET WOMAN. 3s. 6d.
THE METHODIST RECORDER.--"This is Mr. Hocking's strongest and bestbook. We advise every one to read it. The plot is simple, compact andstrenuous; the writing powerful. It brings out sharply the realcharacter of the typical Jesuit, his training, motives, limitations,aims."
ALL MEN ARE LIARS. 3s. 6d.
THE CHRISTIAN WORLD.--"This is a notable book. Thoughtful people willbe fascinated by its actuality, its fearlessness, and the insight itgives into the influence of modern thought and literature upon theminds and morals of our most promising manhood."
ISHMAEL PENGELLY: AN OUTCAST. 3s. 6d.
THE ATHENAEUM.--"The book is to be recommended for the dramaticeffectiveness of some of the scenes. The wild, half-mad woman isalways picturesque wherever she appears, and the rare self-repressionof her son is admirably done."
THE STORY OF ANDREW FAIRFAX. 3s. 6d.
THE MANCHESTER EXAMINER.--"Rustic scenes and characters are drawn withfree, broad touches, without Mr. Buchanan's artificiality, and, if wemay venture to say it, with more realism than Mr. Hardy's countrypictures."
THE BIRTHRIGHT. 3s. 6d.
THE SPECTATOR.--"This volume proves beyond all doubt that Mr. Hockinghas mastered the art of the historical romancist. 'The Birthright' is,in its way, quite as well constructed, as well written, and as full ofincident as any story that has come from the pen of Sir Conan Doyle orMr. Stanley Weyman."
MISTRESS NANCY MOLESWORTH. 3s. 6d.
THE SCOTSMAN.--"'Mistress Nancy Molesworth' is as charming a story ofthe kind as could be wished, and it excels in literary workmanship aswell as in imaginative vigour and daring invention."
FIELDS OF FAIR RENOWN. 3s. 6d.
THE DUNDEE ADVERTISER.--"Mr. Hocking has produced a work which hisreaders of all classes will appreciate.... There are exhibited some ofthe most beautiful aspects of disposition."