18 MAY 1878, Page 24

Morals and Religion in History. By John D. MarshalL (Published

for the Author, by Blackwood and S...na.)—In this very readable and tboughtfal volume we have an interesting sketch of Greek thought on morals and religion, illustrated by sketches from the writings of some of the Greek authors, but principally from those of Plato. Mr. Marshall shows that the work of the Greeks was valuable as a preparation for Christianity, but that its influence, if Christianity had not succeeded, would soon have ceased. The book greatly needs revision, due careful- ness not having been employed in its production.