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Lunar and Horary Tables, with simple methods of finding the Longitude by chronometers and lunar observations, directions for finding the principal Stars; the Tables combine the advantage of accuracy and great conciseness, and will bear the most careful test with the rigorous methods. The method of finding the longitude by lunars is the shortest ever introduced. By Mrs. Janet Taylor. Price 7s. 6d.

Planisphere of the Fixed Stars, of the first, second, third, and fourth magnitudes, accompanied by a book of directions, with introductory remarks on the planetary systems, also various illustrative and explanatory problems on Astronomy. By Mrs. Janet Taylor.

Price 7s. 6d.

Barometric Diurnal Register, (Dedicated by permission to the late Colonel Sir W. Reid, K.C.B. F.R S.) Enables mariners and others to register at any hour, the different readings of the various Meteorological Instruments used at sea, space is also given for recording the direction and force of the wind, the state of the weather, &c. on the plan ordered by the Lords of the Admiralty to be adopted for the use of Her Majesty's Navy; also a brief description of the Mercurial and Aneroid Barometer, Sympiesometer, Hygrometer, and Thermometer. By Mrs. Janet Taylor. In books for twelve months register. Price 2s. 6d.

Hand Book to the Local Marine Board Examination,Containing all the Questions in Navigation, various important information on Steamer's Lights, Deviation of the Compass, the Lights of the Channels, The Rule of the Road, with numerous Diagrams, The Law of storms, with Diagrams, Great Circle Sailing, Charter-party, Bottomry, &c. necessary for the preparation of Extra and Ordinary Masters and Mates according to the new Regulations of the Board of Trade; a diagram illustrating Current Sailing, directions for working the Tides; with full and complete Answers to the Questions on Steam for those desiring to pass in that department. Twenty-fifth Edition. By Mrs. Janet Taylor.

Price 3s. 6d.

The Seamanship, required by the Board of Examiners, arranged in Questions and Answers, by Mrs. Janet Taylor, carefully revised by experienced Commanders in the Merchant Service. Tenth Edition.

Price 1s.

A Guide Book to Lieut. Maury's Wind and Current Charts, containing a brief outline of the many advantages resulting from combined meteorogical observations, with instructions and directions for using the Charts. Dedicated to the British Merchant Service. by Mrs. Janet Taylor. Price 2s. 6d.

POPLETT, PRINTER, 43, BEECH STREET, E.C.

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