Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1903-12-12
Xmas Gift Books.


Book Department, which is a verita-
Bile store within store-the largest
and finest Book Store in the national
capital. Mr.. F. E. Woodward, the
head, is thoroughly versed in classic
and popular literature, and his wide
knowledge Of Books and his correct
tastes have fitted him pre-eminently
to secure great variety of choice
volumes, especially adaptable to hol-
iday gifts.
The books are so arranged to afford ready
Inspection and easy selection. both of which are
facilitated by ample room and adequate Light. The
comfort and elegance of the store enhance the
pleasure of securing such beautiful and eloquent
gifts.
There most beautiful religious works
appropriate to the season. The Story of Christ"
Is one of these The piece and illustrations
are scenes from the life of the Savior, in soft,
harmonious colors.
Some old books and others that are copies
OF old styles. will appeal to the bibllophile.
The Golden Legend. by Archbishop yOragIne.
1414, an original printed from wood cuts before
the invention of movable type. is rarely Interesting.
Ana the interest of this grand old that tells
the stories of the saints is enhanced by Il charm
ing modern love story, by French author. founded
on search Tor copy of the original edition Of
the Golden Legend
Other rare originals, hundreds of years old are
Invaluable treasures highly to be priced
The House Of Life by Dante Gabriel Rosetti,
is reproduction Of the style period Of tbis
wonderful poet. Each is set In a page
establishment of elaborate motif embracing
roses and classical foliage.
Another unique work is in the style Of Louis
XIV.
Spencer's ''Fairie Queen is large volume Of
singular elegance. the rich cover being eab-
orsteiy ornamented in gold relief.
Elegant new editions Ut the old poets are desr-
able gifts.
Sets of standard authors are delightful literary
offerings.
There are sets of poets and noveiists whose
works are immortal in cases ready for presenta-
tfon.
Fine selections of classics. superbly bound, are
from some of the most celebrated bnderies In The
world The covers are very simple, their beauty
and value resting in the highly finished lea her
the gold characterization of exquisite simplicity, but
perfect elegance.
Beautiful specimens from the bindery of Zaehus-
dorf d Reviere of LONDON, Blackwell & Stikeman
Of New York and others, superune Christmas
gifts.
New styles of bindtng heighten the attractive
ness Of some favorte authors.
'Guid Bits frae Robert Burns, are bound ap-
| prCpriately In silk Scotch plaid
Homespun covers. with ragged edges. make
odd dress for some quaint new books.
Dennis Foggarty,'' the Irish Yut-Zo, by Lord
G!Ihooey. is bound in green homespun. and every
page is embellished the harp and shamrock
of old Erin.
Exquisite volumes in satin brocade have been
much ADMIRED and sought this season.
Books in mauve decorated with fruits and leaves
in hand painted effects make a fascinating appear
ance.
A valuable collection of the famous Roycroft
books. some having the autograph of Hubbard,
would make magnificent Christmas Offering
Gift books for bachelors are bound in tobacco
colored leather. soft the natural leaf, orna-
mented with appropriate designs in rich colors, and
incased in cigar boxes. Tobacco In Song and
Story is especially entertaining to the pipe
dreamer.
Dainty volumes in leather. with photo dec
orations In medallions. with rims frames OF
gold. unique gifts.
Books beautifully illustrated; also one OLA
kind volumes bespeak the favor of artistic and
particular people.
Wit and humor books In a fine collection from
brilliant writers charming gifts. wit and
Humor in American Politics. should find great
patronage in this capital city of politicians.
Pretty books In white covers decorated with
holly and bright flowers quite snowy. The
contents consist Of fayorite poems and otner good
selections. Lead Kindly Light is exquisite
gift from these.
Daintiest booklets there are, that take the place
of Christmas cards.
Books for boys and girls pleasing. instructive
| and prettily or handsomely covered.
| The Boys and Girls Own Speaker by Laura
/, Augusta Yerkes, is book of charming readings.
recitations and other features, in home and school,
and embellished with color tones.
Poets, historians, sages the famous authors
whose works refined and elevating, are gifts Of
more than money value to the aspiring youth.
specially suitable gift to a student Is the now
collegiate edition of webster's Dictionary, printed
thin Bible paper. reducing it to convenient size
for the desk.
Holiday gift books for the little folk varied.
picturesque and replete with pleasure. There
all the dear old nursery books familiar to the
| children And new that open new delights
and wonders to their unfolding minds.
"Topsys and Turveys." curious book. is a
novelty for the little people The Illustrations are
i'm colors and each one is double, presenting a pic
ture whether you turn the book upside down.
side.
gests there is not only Of this in this
great Book Store. but hundreds suited. respee-
lively, to the tastes of readers Of all ages.