The Mortality from Cancer Throughout the World.

So far as we know to the contrary this book represents the most complete study of the incidence of cancer yet published. The literature on cancer statistics has been thoroughly reviewed, and figures are supplied on cancer in every aspect. There are 220 pages of the book devoted to a discussion of the results. The remainder, about 600 pages, contains charts and appendixes quoting actual statistics of cancer as it occurs in practically every part of the world where such studies have been made. Special appendixes are devoted to the recommendations and instructions of various societies for the control of cancer, and about twenty pages to a bibliography. The book is exceptionally worth while, and the Prudential Life Insurance Company is to be congratulated on the spirit that prompted the financial outlay involved in its production.