Publisher's Synopsis
The Handbook of Competitive Examinations for Admission to Every Department of Her Majesty's Service, written by William John Chetwode Crawley and published in 1886, is a comprehensive guide to the competitive examinations required for admission into various departments of the British government. The book covers the examination requirements for positions in the civil service, military, naval, and engineering departments, as well as the Indian Civil Service and the colonial service.The Handbook provides detailed information on the subjects covered in each examination, including mathematics, history, geography, languages, and science. It also includes sample questions and answers to help candidates prepare for the exams. The book is intended to be a valuable resource for anyone seeking a career in the British government, as well as for those who are interested in the history of competitive examinations and the British civil service. Overall, the Handbook of Competitive Examinations for Admission to Every Department of Her Majesty's Service is a thorough and informative guide to the requirements and expectations of those seeking employment in the British government during the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
