Recent years have seen the issue of a number of new books relating to the agriculture and horticulture of the topics and sub-tropics, but in spite of this the demand for Macmillan's 'Handbook on Tropical Planting and Gardening'has been maintained. It is recognised as a standard work which can be recommended with confidence. It is recognised as a standard work which can be recommended with confidence, and a new edition will be welcomed. The present edition has been considerably revised and certain sections have been completely rewritten. It will be appreciated by all who are interested in or connected with agricultural or horticultural undertakings in the tropics, and particularly by residents who are desirous of establishing or improving their gardens. As a guide to those proceeding to the tropics for the first time it should be invaluable. - F. A. Stockdale