Mr. Harrison's vivid account of his experiences among unadministered natives on Malekula and Espiritu Santo contrasts with traditional views, offering a personal perspective on island life. The book is praised as an engaging and insightful addition to Pacific travel literature. A tribute is also given to the medical work of present-day missions, noting that population growth is largely due to improved hygiene and medical care, though these remain inadequate. The view that Pacific island populations declined due to psychological factors and the breakdown of native customs is considered disproven, at least regarding the New Hebrides. The book "A New Higher Algebra" by S. Barnard and J. M. Child is a comprehensive text on higher algebra, containing 585 pages. It is well-structured, with detailed treatment of various topics, including complex numbers, De Moivre's theorem, and the calculus. The authors emphasize the importance of a solid foundation for real numbers and present the subject logically, serving as an introduction to modern analysis. The book is arranged so that only essential material is introduced at each stage, allowing for a more integrated approach to topics like equations, numbers, polynomials, and convergence. While suitable for advanced students, it is not intended for beginners. The book is well-printed and contains many good examples, though some historical notes would have enhanced its completeness. It is recommended for teachers and serious mathematics students.Mr. Harrison's vivid account of his experiences among unadministered natives on Malekula and Espiritu Santo contrasts with traditional views, offering a personal perspective on island life. The book is praised as an engaging and insightful addition to Pacific travel literature. A tribute is also given to the medical work of present-day missions, noting that population growth is largely due to improved hygiene and medical care, though these remain inadequate. The view that Pacific island populations declined due to psychological factors and the breakdown of native customs is considered disproven, at least regarding the New Hebrides. The book "A New Higher Algebra" by S. Barnard and J. M. Child is a comprehensive text on higher algebra, containing 585 pages. It is well-structured, with detailed treatment of various topics, including complex numbers, De Moivre's theorem, and the calculus. The authors emphasize the importance of a solid foundation for real numbers and present the subject logically, serving as an introduction to modern analysis. The book is arranged so that only essential material is introduced at each stage, allowing for a more integrated approach to topics like equations, numbers, polynomials, and convergence. While suitable for advanced students, it is not intended for beginners. The book is well-printed and contains many good examples, though some historical notes would have enhanced its completeness. It is recommended for teachers and serious mathematics students.