MODERN LANGUAGES First Book in Italian. By L. COVELLO and ANNITA E. GIACOBbe. (8s. 6d. New York Macmillan.) This well-printed work will prove an attractive introduction to Italian. It is suitable rather for those who take Italian as their first foreign language than for students who already have experience in language work. The reader is made the centre of the work and there are oral exercises, vocabularies, and retranslation exercises on each lesson. As with most American books, the weight is excessive and some of the translations (e.g. "fine for " good" and rubbers for "goloshes") are liable to jar on English ears. " (1) An Early Norse Reader. Edited by G. N. GARMONSWAY. (8s. 6d. net. Cambridge University Press.) (2) The French Novel. By Prof. H. ASHTON. (6d. net. Benn.) (3) A Comprehensive French Grammar. By G. W. F. R. GOODRIDGE. (IS. Oxford University Press.) (4) Junior Test Papers in French: For the Use of Pupils Preparing for Lower Certificate, County Scholarship, Oxford and Cambridge Locals, College of Preceptors, and Similar Examinations in the Junior Grade. By E. T. GRIFFITHS. (2s. 6d. Pitman.) (5) French Verse and Prose. Selected and Edited by L. R. GLEED and J. BASWITZ. (2s. Blackie.) (6) German Verse and Prose. Selected and Edited by J. BASWITZ and L. R. GLEED. (2s. 6d. Blackie.) " (1) This well-produced book is intended for students who wish to read Norse literature in the original, which is the only means of getting a close insight into the spirit of the Vikings. There are 44 pages of grammar, followed by 63 pages of texts. Notes and a vocabulary complete a work which will be invaluable to beginners in early Scandinavian literature. (2) Benn's Sixpenny Library has undoubtedly been the means of starting many stumbling footsteps along the path of self-improvement. It is manifestly impossible to squeeze Saintsbury's two stout volumes into 80 small pages, but Prof. Ashton does give a hint of the lessons that may be learnt from French fiction. Beginning with d'Urfé's" Astrée "he compresses the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries into 24 pages, leaving the larger portion for the Romantics, Realists, and Naturalists of the last hundred years. To show how up-to-date he is, the author mentions Maurois' Voyage au pays des Articoles," which appeared only in February, 1928. This would be a good book to give to a pupil of 15 or 16 interested in French. It would enable him to gain a first idea of a very big subject and to have the main lines correctly in his mind. (3) Comprehensive is scarcely the adjective for a French grammar of 62 pages, but in spite of that, Mr. Goodridge has compiled a useful manual for pupils up to the fifth form. One of the two chief lacunae in modern language learning of to-day is the ignorance of elementary grammar. There is much to be said for the learning by heart of the essential features. But examiners of school certificate papers declare that this rarely occurs, so gross are the errors displayed. (4) These test papers are compiled on similar lines to the Higher Test Papers we noticed last month. The odd numbers include grammar questions, a piece to be translated into French, and a short essay. The even numbers contain two pieces of unseen to be translated into English. They should prove useful to classes preparing for the school certificate and other junior examinations. (5) and (6) These two collections of verse and prose extracts are intended by the compilers to be read and perhaps learnt by heart. The selection is a wide one extending over the literature of four hundred years. Doce Cuentos Escogidos del Libro de los Ejemplos del Conde Lucanor y de Patronio, Compuesto por El Infante Don Juan Manuel. Retold in Modern Spanish and Edited with Notes and Vocabulary by M. OLIVAR. (25. Longmans.) Cinco Escenas Matritenses. By R. de MESONERO ROMANOS. Edited, with Notes and Vocabulary, by Prof. W. J. ENTWISTLE. (2s. Longmans.) Los Cuatro Viajes de Cristóbal Colón (Selections from Columbus' Letters and Other Primary Documents). Edited, with Notes and Vocabulary, by JEANIE D. ENTWISTLE and Prof. W. J. ENTWISTLE. (25. Longmans.) Al Margen de los Clásicos. By Azorín. Edited, with Notes and Vocabulary, by AGNES W. BORLAND. (25. Longmans.) This is a welcome departure in the shape of short, readable, and handy texts for both elementary and intermediate classes. The Libro de los Ejemplos" is a work of literary merit and historical importance. Modernized and abbreviated, these, the oldest artistic short stories in European literature, are within easy reach of the capabilities and the interest of a beginners' class. "Cinco Escenas Matritenses" is valuable as presenting five scenes in the changing Spain of the last century, and the language is as attractive as it offers scope for colloquial study. "Los Cuatro Viajes de Colón" are based upon his letters and other historical documents. This volume is bound to be attractive in matter and must encourage the reader to go on until he reaches the end. Then comes Azorín. His reading of the classics has inspired him to admiration, of which "Al Margen de los Clásicos " is the result. With good introductions, a sufficiency of annotation, and a good vocabulary, this series should have a kindly reception. A Spanish Reader for Beginners. By S. W. BROWN. (5s. 6d. Knopf.) This is a beginner's reader which combines simplicity and great variety. The matter is arranged in order of difficulty, so that in the early sections only the present tense is employed. Other forms of the verb are introduced with a gradually widening vocabulary until we have selections from famous Spanish writers. We do like this book—but the price for a beginner's reader is high for English schools. " Talin y Otros Cuentos. By Concha Espina. Edited with Introduction, Notes, and Vocabulary, by Prof. S. L. M. ROSENBERG and MARION A. ZEITLIN. (5s. Knopf.) Concha Espina is one of the most delightful of modern Spanish writers. This volume of Cuentos," from her pen, gives us a fine picture of Spanish life and customs, especially of that corner of Spain, the Montaña of Santander." This volume is well edited and is very suitable for an advanced class. Páginas Escogidas (Selecciones y Notas del Autor). By Pro BAROJA. Edited, with Introduction, Notes, and Vocabulary, by Prof. S. L. M. ROSENBERG and L. D. BAILIFF. (5s Knopf.) Pio Baroja needs no introduction to most of us, but this volume of selections, with a finely written biographical notice, will help to make his work better known among students of Spanish. The only fault lies in the extent of the vocabulary. Those who could read these selections do not need help of this type. Otherwise we have nothing but praise for this volume. Racine. Britannicus. Edited by H. J. CHAYTOR. (2s. 6d. Cambridge University Press.) Diesterwegs Neusprachliche Schulausgaben mit deutschen Anmer kungen. Band 19. Lazy Lob and Other Stories. By MABEL MARLOWE. Bearbeitet von Dr. K. ARNS. (Frankfurt-a.-M. : Verlag Moritz Diesterweg.) Paul Bourget. Le Frère de M. Viple et Autres Contes. Edited by E. J. A. Groves. With Notes and Vocabulary. (Is. Blackie.) Modern French Verse. Selected and Edited by L. R. GLEED and J. BASWITZ. (3s. and 4s. 6d. net. Harrap.) Revisal Lessons in French. By Dr. M. W. MURRAY and E. French Prose and Verse for Recitation. Edited by H. J. B. L'Évasion de Lavallette. By J. LUCAS DUBRETON. Edited by Dr. W. G. HARTOG. (IS. 9d. Harrap.) Klein Heini: Ein Grosstadtjunge. By R. HENNINGS. Edited by J. E. G. BURGOYNE. (2s. Harrap.) The Phonetic Gateway to French. By Dr. P. H. CHURCHMAN. (1s. 6d. Harrap.) Aventures de la Famille Gautier. By JOSETTE E. SPINK and VIOLET MILLIS. (2s. 6d. Ginn.) Cervantes. Selection from his Works. By Prof. R. SCHEVILL. (4s. 6d. Ginn.) Groundwork in French. By A. W. GREEN. (2s. 6d. Harrap.) Tan Yr Enfys: Nifer o Ddramâu i Blant. By D. I. L. JENKINS. (IS. Dent.) The Annual Conference of the Geographical Association is to be held in the London School of Economics, Houghton Street, London, W.C. 2, from Thursday, January 3, to Monday. January 7, under the presidency of S. H. G. Lyons, F.R.S. * The Science Masters' Association is holding its annual meetings at Cambridge from January 2-5. Prof. A. C. Seward will give his presidential address on January 2. MUSIC Music. By URSULA CREIGHTON. (7s. 6d. net. Chatto and Windus.) Many musicians will be in cordial agreement with Prof. Dent's opinions as expressed in a short preface to Mrs. Creighton's admirable book, for "she is a musician who enjoys herself, and has the art of conveying that enjoyment to others." In a recent speech Sir Hugh Allen said: “We are in great danger in these days of talking and writing too much about music, and doing and hearing too little of it." Mrs. Creighton's book, then, deals with "Music " itself, and has little in common with those, and they are numerous, who deal only in labels and formulæ. "It is a book," says Prof. Dent, "for those who enjoy music and like to read about it for their own pleasure, rather than from fear of examinations." The author has the power of helping us to realize the conditions and social environment in which the great musicians lived and made their music. To read only one chapter, that on Schubert, is sufficient to make one appreciate the extraordinarily interesting and arresting style which runs through the whole book, and gives it such a fresh and unconventional point of view. Beethoven. The Pianoforte Sonatas II. By A. F. MILNE. (Is. 6d. net. Oxford University Press.) All students of Beethoven will be grateful to Mr. A. Forbes Milne for his contributions to "The Musical Pilgrim series. This additional volume deals with the sonatas of the third period, and includes two musical favourites, viz. the sonatas in C minor (Pathetique) op. 13, and the sonatas in C major (Waldstein) op. 53. Forbes Milne knows his "Beethoven," and is a sure guide to those points of structure and emotional expression which, in his own words, makes these later sonatas Human documents of the greatest interest." March Tune. Canzonetta. By C. JAFFRAY. (Is. 6d. net. each. Williams.) Good teaching pieces, the march tune has a good swing and a staccato bass which firmly supports it. New Swedish Dance Records (H.M.V.) " " The following series of gramophone records will be invaluable to schools where Swedish dancing is taught. With the new electrical recording, the orchestration is clear, but not too loud, while the insistence of the jolly rhythms compels one to "join the dance." Cochin China" and "Ace of Diamonds" (doublesided record), Swedish Masquerade and French Reel" (doublesided record), Clap Dance" and Mountain March ' (doublesided record), Girls Joy" and The Bow" (double. sided record), "Napolean" and Tantoli" (doublesided record). A First School Music Course. By W. J. R. GIBBS. (Teachers' Book, 6s. Pupils' Book, Is. Cambridge University Press.) Most heads of schools are now coming to realize the importance of music, and the necessity of giving it a permanent place in the school curriculum. Any contribution therefore, designed to help forward such an excellent cause, is very welcome, if conceived on the right lines, and Mr. Gibb's book certainly is. His preface proves him to have really practical aims, and a real enthusiasm for his subject. His methods are sound, and teachers who have but limited time for teaching musical appreciation in schools, will find his remarks helpful and stimulating. The teacher (alas! there are many such) who has no plan or system at all, should make the acquaintance of Mr. Gibbs' book at the earliest possible moment. Music Stories for Girls and Boys. By DONZELLA CROSS. (3s. 6d. Ginn.) What a jolly Christmas present for the musical child, and for the unmusical one as well, as a matter of fact. For when the subject of music is introduced in the right manner and an appeal is made to the child's imagination, few will be found to resist it. Miss Cross evidently understands the child mind, and her stories are most attractive. If these stories are illustrated with the various musical items she suggests, many fascinating hours can be spent to the advantage of both pupil and teacher. The book contains some very attractive coloured illustrations and is an ideal gift-book. Twelve Unison Songs for Junior Classes. By Various Composers. (IS. Novello.) Seven Unison Songs for the Higher Divisions. By Various Composers. (Is. Novello.) Book 284 of the same series contains songs by Sullivan ("Orpheus with His Lute"); Holst ("Song of the Shoemakers"); and Geoffrey Shaw ("Worship"). Praise" by Dr. Dyson has had many successors, this last is one. Fletcher, G. Henschel, Alec Rowley, &c., are well worth making acquaintance with. Seven Unison Songs for the Higher Divisions from "The School Music Review." (8d. Novello.) From Dudley Buck-here represented by When the Heart is Young" (a very popular song in its day) to our own John Ireland, who contributes two numbers, Slumber Song" and "Spring" is a long way. The two styles are worthy of comparison. We have no space to give detailed notices of the many excellent Two-Part Songs, numbered in Books 296, 301, 302, 303, 304The composers represented include Granville Bantock, Walford Davies, John Ireland, F. H. Cowen, Percy Fletcher, &c., all masters of the art of writing effectively for school songs. No doubt a post card to Messrs. Novello will bring a suitable selection, and the only difficulty of the singing class mistress will be to know which to discard; for choice, so abundantly provided for, is easy, and for all tastes. The Happy Fairies. Puck's Dance. By T. A. WHITE. (Is. 6d. each. Oxford University Press.) Six Airs. Arranged for 'Cello, or Violin, and Piano by J. BARBIROLLI. (3s. 6d. Oxford University Press.) Hard-Handed Men. By J. B. JOHNSON. (2S.) Bridge End. By F. H. SHERA. (IS. 6d.) Oranges and Lemons. By J. LONGMIRE. (IS.) Three Rotation Studies. By EVA PAIN. (2s.) The Keel Row. By J. LONGMIRE. (IS.) The Realm of Youth. Books 1 and 2. By C. TAYLOR. Bolero. For Two Pianos. By N. DEMUTH. Little Duets. By F. SWINSTEAD. Book 1. A Tiny Minuet. Book 2. Happy Song: (IS. 6d. each.) Dignity and Impudence. By A. ROWLEY. (2s. 6d.) The Maze. By T. A. WHITE. (2S.) The Old Folks at Home. By J. LONGMIRE. (IS.) (Oxford University Press.) (2s. 6d. each.) (2s. 6d.) Four Slumber Song : A Gay Waltz. In the Apple Orchard: For Piano. By C. JENKINS. Handel: Six Selected Pieces for Piano. Arranged from the Figured Bass. By C. S. LANG. 'Tis True, I Never Was In Love : Song. Words by A. BROME. Set to Music by C. M. CAMPBELL. There is a Lady Sweet and Kind: Song. Set to Music by C. M. CAMPBELL. Young Love Lies Dreaming: Song. Poem by CHRISTINA ROSSETTI. Music by E. L. BAINTON. Gossamer Wings for the Piano. By F. GERARD. Gammer's Garland. By E. L. BAINTON. (2s. net each.) Puppet Dance: for Pianoforte. By T. F. DUNHILL. (Is. 6d. net. Williams.) Appreciation of Music. By F. HOWES. (2s. Paper, 1s. Longmans.) The Association of University Women Teachers announces that its new address is 107 Great Russell Street, London, W.C. 1. The nearest station is Tottenham Court Road. A large number of our readers will be sorry to hear that the Uplands Association will be wound up definitely at the end of this year. The Association has performed a good deal of most useful work, and it seems a pity that this must cease. * Burrows' Scholastic Bureau announces that it is now discontinuing its efforts in the direction of the supply of staff and school transfers. If headmasters and headmistresses will make a note of this it will save much unnecessary correspondence. The gramophone company, 'His Master's Voice," has recorded "Trial by Jury in complete form, on four 12-inch double-sided records. This recording was made under the personal direction of Rupert D'Oyly Carte. Trial by Jury " was first produced in 1875 and is the only Gilbert and Sullivan opera entirely without spoken dialogue. It is therefore complete in every way on four records. PHILOSOPHY AND PSYCHOLOGY Motive Forces of the Mind. By ALICE RAVEN. (3s. 6d. net. Heffer.) This is a simple introduction to McDougall's theory of the instincts as the motive forces of human conduct. The author has little new to give, but she has read and digested a considerable amount of modern psychology, and in the attempt to pass on the results of her reading to a class of club leaders at a Women's Settlement she has clarified Her thought and has also added interesting illustrations from general literature. The style is clear and pleasant, and the general outlook thoroughly sane. The Impotence of Man ("L'Homme Impuissant "). By Prof. C. RICHET. Translated by L. HARVEY. (7s. 6d. Werner Laurie.) The littleness and futility of human existence is an old theme which Prof. Richet here expounds with a brilliant modernity. Impotent as man is, there is no need for pessimism. Let him be modest and humble, accepting his limitations, enjoying his pleasures in moderation, above all governing himself, master in a domain which no one else can invade," and hope still remains. This is the gist of the eminent physiologist's lay sermon on making the best of our colossal impotence; it has a sparkle and vigour which amply refutes the notion that sermons are necessarily tedious. Diogenes; or, The Future of Leisure. By C. E. M. JOAD. (2s. 6d. net. Kegan Paul.) This is by no means the least interesting and significant contribution to the challenging series to which it belongs-the To-day and To-morrow Series. To any one who has eyes to see the signs of the times, the future of leisure is a subject of outstanding importance. In every class of society-except, of course, in the traditionally "leisured classes "-the margin of leisure is on the increase. Mr. Joad is severe, but probably not a whit too severe, upon the disastrous misuse of leisure that now prevails. To reveal his ideas about the future of leisure would be almost like giving away the plot of a novel. The book should be read. Experience of Reality. A Study of Mysticism. By E. HOLMES. (5s. net. Cobden-Sanderson.) Introductory Sociology. By A. MUNTSCH and H. S. SPALDINC. (10s. 6d. Heath.) An Outline of Comparative Psychology. By Prof. C. J. WARDEN. (2s. 6d. net. Kegan Paul). Psychology Ancient and Modern. By Prof. G. S. BRETT. (5s. net. Harrap.) " Two American books on the history of psychology. The first claims to give a brief account of how the race has interpreted what it has known of animal life and behaviour at various stages of development." In the course of about 120 very small pages it treats of this subject from prehistoric times to the present day, and will therefore be of little value to the serious student. But to the general reader who is interested in the struggle of comparative psychology to become a science, it presents a readable survey of the field; the only detailed study is that given in the appendix on the ability of "Fellow," the famous German shepherd dog, to understand language. The second book is one of the "Debt to Greece and Rome" series, and Prof. Brett's main aim is to show the modern reader what a wealth of valuable psychological material is contained in the classical writers. Mainly from the works of Plato and Aristotle, he shows that this is the case in the realm of the psychology of cognition, the psychology of conduct, and psychology applied to education, politics, and mental disorder. The final chapters deal with Hellenistic thought, and the later followers of "the Great Tradition." Two Essays on Analytical Psychology. By Dr. C. G. JUNG. Authorized Translation by H. G. and C. F. BAYNES. I. The Unconscious in the Normal and Pathological Mind. II. The Relation of the Ego to the Unconscious. (10s. 6d. net. Baillière, Tindall & Cox.) This important contribution to psycho-analytic theory consists of the revised versions of two of Jung's earlier essays which were originally published in the volume of "Collected Papers edited by Constance Long. Both essays, however, have been re-written, and so much has been added to the second one that it is barely recognizable. In it Jung differentiates between the anima and the animus as psychological conceptions, and suggests the way to deal with these psychical personalities. He also repeats and emphasizes his distinction between the personal and the collective unconscious, and states that the collective memory images which exist in the unconscious can certainly be inherited, though as yet he has no clear proof of the inheritance of individual memory acquisitions. The translation is admirably done. The Child in Primitive Society. By Prof. N. MILLER. (12s. 6d. net. Kegan Paul.) Prof. Miller has collected a wealth of information concerning the children of primitive peoples, their birth, infancy, and adolescent initiation, and uses it to impress the point that the social heritage definitely colours the life of the individual, shapes his behaviour, and in part creates his character. Plato and the New Psychology. By T. J. FAITHFULL. (2s. 6d. net. Bale.) The Great Forerunner: Studies in the Inter-Relation of Platonism and Christianity. By J. S. HOYLAND. (5s. net. Constable.) Of these two little books on Plato, the first, which constitutes the second of Mr. Faithfull's Constructive Essays," is concerned in proving that Plato knew a great deal about psychoanalytic theory. The author goes through the five dialogues published in the Everyman Edition, and shows in each case "how Plato is striving to express the truth of the spiritual flow which constitutes extraversion and introversion." Mr. Hoyland, on the other hand, finds in the dialogues close parallels to the teachings of Christ. His book is permeated with his own vital religion, and broadened by his long experience of educational work in India. Emotion and Delinquency: A Clinical Study of Five Hundred Criminals in the Making. By Dr. L. BRIMBERG. (7s. 6d. net. Kegan Paul.) The main virtue of this book is implied in its sub-title. It is not a statistical and impersonal survey. It is a physician's study of individual delinquents with whom he has maintained a true physician's human relationships. He has the advantage of being in a position to distinguish between fact and theory in physiology, and he is therefore not so ready as some of the psychologists to draw hasty conclusions from speculations about the endocrine glands. He finds the causes of delinquency in low degrees of intelligence and in emotional instability. In the cases he has investigated, prostitution, for example, was due to these causes and not to economic conditions. Whether his special point of view has led him to place too much stress on heredity and too little on environment, remains a question. Anyhow, this is a sound piece of work. Fitness for Work. By Prof. T. H PEAR. (5S. net. University of London Press.) In this book Prof. Pear has wisely followed his usual practice of confining himself to topics upon which he has something new and suggestive to say. He makes no attempt at a formal completeness. The whole question of vocational guidance, for example, is omitted. But on the subjects that he does touchincluding the concepts of intelligence and intellect, and the psychological aspects of laziness, stupidity, and work-he is fresh and stimulating. Repetitive work in factories is commonly supposed to be entirely soul-destroying, but Prof. Pear has a cheering word to say on the other side. The book might form a capital introduction to the psychology of industry. A New Primer of Psychology. Macmillan.) By Prof. M. SAHAI. (3s. 6d. The ABC of Nerves. By Dr. D. F. FRASER-HARRIS. (4s. 6d. net. Kegan Paul.) The Nature of Conduct. By Prof. P. M. SYMONDS. (8s. net. New York: Macmillan.) Practice, Fatigue, and Oscillation: A Study of Work at High Pressure. By J. G. FLÜGEL. (8s. 6d. net. Cambridge University Press.) Mechanical Aptitude: Its Existence, Nature, and Measurement. By J. W. Cox. (7s. 6d. net. Methuen.) Psychologie der Frühen Kindheit bis zum Sechsten Lebensjahre. Von W. STERN. Mit Benutzung Ungedrückter Tagebücher von CLARA STERN, und Beiträgen von KURT LEWIN und HEINZ WERNER. 5 Überarbeitete und Erweiterte Auflage. (In Leinenband, M.12.80. Geheftet M.10.80. Leipzig: Quelle und Meyer.) RELIGIOUS KNOWLEDGE Buddhism in Pre-Christian Britain. By D. A. Mackenzie. (10s. 6d. net. Blackie.) Mr. This volume deals in an interesting and competent manner with a difficult subject, namely the early history and development of the British Celts and the religious influences to which they were subjected (Mithraism and Manichaeism). Mackenzie's thesis is that Buddhism played a part, and a not unimportant part in these developments. Students interested in the subject should not miss this volume The Children's Bible. (5s. net.). The Little Children's Bible (2s. 6d. net.). Edited by Prof. A. NAIRNE, Sir A. QUILLERCOUCH, and T. R. GLOVER. (Cambridge University Press.) These interesting little volumes are the outcome of an experiment initiated by the Cambridgeshire Education Committee; at their suggestion the three distinguished scholars whose names appear on the title pages were largely responsible with others for the framing of a syllabus which was accepted by the committee. The present volumes embody a series of passages selected in the syllabus for continuous reading. The plan of "The Children's Bible" is as follows: Part I deals with the story of Jesus subdivided into sections (the story of Christmas; the Boyhood of Jesus; days in His life; Jesus and His friends; parables; teaching; the way of life, the Death, and Resurrection). Part II deals with the story of His people and consists of selections from the Old Testament. Part III is entitled "The Song-Book of the Lord Jesus" (Psalms, etc.). The volume forms an artistic whole and is well illustrated. "The Little Children's Bible" is a smaller simplification of this. The only criticism we should make is that very little attempt is made to illustrate the historical development of the Old Testament religion. Back to Realities: a Way Out of the Present Chaos in Religion. By Dr. S. H. MELLONE. (2s. net. Constable.) Dr. Mellone's chapters are topical and interesting. His solution of present difficulties is a simplification of religious formularies and the adoption of a kind of Unitarianism. This solution seems to us to be rather too simple. The Clarendon Bible. Edited by the BISHOP of Oxford, Bishop WILD, and Canon G. H. Box. Old Testament. Vol. IV.. Israel After the Exile, Sixth and Fifth Centuries, B.C. By Dr. W. F. LOFTHOUSE. (4s. 6d. net. Clarendon Press.) We have already called attention to this attractive seriesthe Clarendon Bible Old Testament. The volume already issued, Volume III, was the work of Dr. T. H. Robinson, and dealt with the eighth and seventh centuries. A new volume (IV) under the competent editorship of Dr. Lofthouse, has now been issued. It deals with the sixth and fifth centuries, which involve some of the most complicated problems of Hebrew history and religion. The same plan is followed-a general sketch of the history is given. This is followed by introduction and notes to selected passages from the relevant literature (Ezekiel, Lamentations, the Servant-Songs, Isaiah xl.-lv., etc., Haggai and Zechariah, Ezra, Nehemiah, Malachi, and so on). Special attention is given to difficult points, such as the date of Ezra, and valuable external evidence like that from the Aswan Papyri is fully illustrated and dealt with. The discussions are fully up-todate. The series has the advantage of following a definite plan, and we warmly commend it to teachers. The volume is beautifully illustrated and remarkably cheap. A Liturgical Study of the Psalter: a Consideration of some Liturgical and Ceremonial Aspects of Jewish Worship Exhibited in the Book of Psalms. By Rev. Dr. C. C. KEET. (10s. 6d. net. Allen & Unwin.) In a foreword to Dr. Keet's treatise, Dr. Box, of King's College, relates how once, in a discussion with a friend about the problems of the Old Testament Psalter, the friend remarked that he did not desire to understand the Psalms, but only to sing them. Dr. Box adds that "this attitude of mind is probably by no means isolated." We think he might have put the point far more strongly. Of the tens of thousands who frequently sing the Psalms, we think it highly probable that very few indeed are concerned to understand them. And yet, when once a beginning is made, the effort to understand them proves a most alluring study. Dr. Keet's book is substantially identical with a thesis approved by the University of London for a doctorate. As such, it bears the marks of its origin. It is not a popular treatise, but it will well repay study by the increasing band of serious students of the Bible-teachers as well as preachers. Religious Education: Report of the Jerusalem Meeting of the International Missionary Council, March 24th-April 8th, 1928. (3s. 6d. Oxford University Press.) This valuable survey and discussion ought to be studied with care by all who are interested in the problems of education. Though the problems discussed are not new, they are set in a somewhat new background. The problem is a world-wide one, and is envisaged here from an international point of view. It is explained that "this report is the outcome of a study undertaken by groups in different countries." "The subject with which the report attempts to deal is not restricted to schools and colleges, but has to do with the whole life of the Church and the entire range of missionary activity. If modern educational conceptions have power to vitalize the work of the school, they must be capable also of enriching every branch of Christian activity." The book includes a valuable preliminary paper by Mr. J. H. Oldham and Dr. Weigle, as well as a record of the discussions and the statement adopted by the Council. Two-Minute Bible Readings: For Use in Opening School and at Morning Prayer in Hospital Wards and Homes. (3s. net. Student Christian Movement.) The merit of this selection is that it gives a series of passages from the Gospels, Acts, Prophets, Psalms, Proverbs, and Old Testament narrative (in this order) all designed to occupy not more than two minutes in reading. Some abbreviation has taken place, but without detriment to the passages. The A.V. is used with occasional variants from R.V. The book will be found most useful for its purpose. Fathers of the Church: Tertullian, Cyprian, Arnobius, Lactantius, Ambrose, Jerome, Augustine. A Selection from the Writings of the Latin Fathers. Translated, with an Introduction and Biographical Notices, by Prof. F. A. WRIGHT. (12s. 6d. net. Routledge.) This well-planned volume will be read with great interest. Prof. Wright-who is unduly diffident-has made an excellent selection and gives it to the reader in a flowing and attractive translation. The editor well remarks that the Fathers from whom the selections are made were not wholly concerned with problems of theology, but deal also with other subjects that are still alive to-day. We hope that professed students of the classics will continue to explore this large field. Grace Abounding to the Chief of Sinners and The Life and Death of Mr. Badman. (2s. net. 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