Periodical Literature EDITED BY GERTRUDE BRAMLETTE RICHARDS, PH.D. The March number of the "National Geographic Magazine" has an article on Russia-" Russia's Democrats "--by Montgomery Schuyler, which gives a brief historical background of recent affairs. In the same issue is David Jayne Hill's "Republics-The Ladder to Liberty," while the unusually splendid illustrations of Spanish and Algerian scenes should not be overlooked. "Why Alsace Lorraine Wants to be French," by Jules Bois in the May “Bookman,” is an interesting study of the will and conscience of Alsace. The same magazine publishes a good brief account of the March revolution under the title of "Russia Resurgent," by Abraham Yarmolinsky, and the second installment-political considerations-of "The Revolution in Arabia," by Ameen Ribani. Lacy Amy's new series on "England in Arms" begins in this month's issue of the " Canadian Magazine with the article, "Women and the War," in which he says, "The amazing discovery of the war is the adaptability of woman to tasks never before attempted by her." "The Rusisan Revolution," by Henry W. Nevinson, and "The Present Financial Position of Russia," by Professor J. Y. Simpson, which appear in the April "Contemporary Review," are among the best articles which have yet appeared on this subject. Neither author doubts the ultimate success of the Revolution, despite certain unfortunate aspects of the early days. "The Middle Schools in Japan," by K. Sakamoto ("Educational Review" for May), gives a good idea of educational conditions in Japan and of their close connection with religious and State affairs. J. A. R. Marriott, in his article on "English History in Shakespeare," discusses the background of Richard II, and gives abundant proof of the historical accuracy of this play. "The Sufferings of Poland," by Countess de Turczynowicz (May "Forum "), is an account of her personal experiences during the early months of the war, and it closes with an appeal for help in reconstruction. "The Development of Christian Institutions and Beliefs," by Alfred Fawkes, in the April number of the "Harvard Theological Review," gives a broad survey of the subject. The same magazine also publishes Preserved Smith's "English Opinions of Luther," a study of Shakespearean, Puritanic, eighteenth century and modern theologians' and laymen's attitude towards Luther, rather than towards the Reformation. H. A. L. Fisher, Vice-Chancellor of Sheffield University, writes on "French Nationalism" for the January number of "The Hibbert Journal," and attempts to find a religious spirit dominating the national effort. Those who are interested in seeing our government through the eyes of our neighbors will be interested in Colonel Sir Thomas Holdish's article on "How the War Affects American Interests," and Sir Francis Piggott's "Sea Power, the Armed Neutrality and President Wilson," in the April "Nineteenth Century." "Can Democracy be Efficient?" by Robert W. Bruère (May "Harper's "), asks the question, "In an age dominated by science and dependent upon the scientific method, are the democratic masses capable of intelligent selfdirection, or must they, in self-defense, surrender the con trol of the government to the superior ability of the trained and exceptionally gifted few?" and answers it by saying, "No theoretical answer to the question as to whether democracy can be efficient, could have a value comparable to that which will be given by the outcome of the struggle which is subjecting democracy in England and the British Empire to the supreme test." BOOKS ON HISTORY AND GOVERNMENT PUBLISHED IN THE UNITED STATES FROM MARCH 31 TO APRIL 28, 1917. LISTED BY CHARLES H. COULOMB, PH.D. American History. Alvord, Clarence W., and Carter, Clarence E., editors. The new regime, 1765-1767. Springfield, Ill.: Ill. State Hist. Lib. Benitez, Conrado, and Craig, Austin. The former Philippines through foreign eyes. N. Y.: Appleton. 552 pp. $3.00, net. Bigelow, John. Breaches of Anglo-American treaties. N. Y.: Sturgis and Walton. 248 pp. (5 pp. bibls.). $1.50, net. Borthwick, J. D. The gold hunters; a first hand picture of life in the California mining camps in the early fifties. N. Y.: Outing Pub. Co. 361 pp. $1.00. Bushnell, C. C. Historical sketch of old Fair Haven. Syracuse, N. Y.: The author. 24 pp. Cotterill, Robert S. History of pioneer Kentucky. Cincinnati: Johnson and Hardin. 254 pp. $2.00. Fifth Ave. Bank of N. Y. Fifth Ave. events. N. Y.: The author. 76 pp. Golder, Frank A. Guide to materials for American history in Russian archives. 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The immigrant and the community. N. Y.: 303 pp. $1.50, net. Studies of political thought from Gerson 1414-1625. N. Y.: Putnam. 290 pp. Gilbertson, H. S. The county, the "dark continent" of American politics. N. Y.: Natl. Short Ballot Organization. 297 pp. (9 pp. bibls.). $2.00. James, Herman G. Municipal functions. N. Y.: Appleton. 369 pp. $2.00, net. Laski, Harold J. Studies in the problem of sovereignty. Young, Jeremiah S. The state and government. Chicago: YOU MUST ORDER BEFORE JULY 1st! If You Want These New Unusual Maps at the Introduc- I have examined your complete sets of Breasted and Harding Maps and I consider them the best class-room maps I have seen in over twenty years of teaching experi Magazine EDITED UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF A COMMITTEE OF THE AMERICAN HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION 215 Ancient Egypt and the Modern World, by Prof. J. H. Breasted 214 Latin-American History in Secondary Schools, by Dr. N. A. N. 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