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Dates: during 1910-1919
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Comparable to this group is "Harvard Studies in Comparative Literature," including two books by Professor W. H. Schofield '93, "Chivalry in English Literature," and "Mythical Bards and the Life of William Wallace." The latter book has been but recently written and will be on sale the 15th of the month. It treats of early British folk-lore, with especial emphasis on the tale of William Wallace as set forth by "Blind Harry," practically the only source of our knowledge of the legendary hero's deeds...
...Five books by Professor G. L. Kittredge '82 comprise the fourth section of the catalogue. These are discussions of English Literature from Chaucer through Shakespere, with a digression in the form of a book on "The Old Farmer and His Almanack." The literature of countries other than England is considered in the group headed "Belles-Lettres." A book that has just been put on sale is "Kostes Palamas! Life Immovable," a translation by Aristides E. Phoutrides '11, a former instructor at the University...
Leaving the purely literary publications, a large division of the catalogue is devoted to business and public affairs. The books of six professors in the University are given, dealing with all aspects of the many economic questions. R. F. Foerster's book on "Italian Emigration," which will be ready for sale in a few days, has been declared the best and most authoritative book published on this question. The last group comprises seven books on the collected addresses of Elihu Root, LL.D., '07, edited by Robert Bacon '94 and James B. Scott...
...this year and will introduce President Lowell. Following this address, R. P. Parker '22, Secretary, will report on the financial status of the class. This is the first financial report of the year, and it will undoubtedly be favorable, as the class realized a considerable profit on the Red Book...
Contrary to the usual practice, these books are transferable, but to enter the building in the evening, the book must be presented to the attendant. Tonight they will be on sale only in the gymnasium but later they may be procured either there or at Weld 3. These books can be charged on the term bill if the purchaser so desires...