29 JUNE 1895, Page 13

Theoretical Chemistry. By Professor W. Nernst. Translated by Professor C.

S. Palmer. (Macmillan and Co.)—It must have been a somewhat arduous task to translate the technical and often involved sentences of Professor Nernst, and we owe thanks to the enterprise which gives us a sound and philosophical treatise on the whole system of theoretical and physical chemistry. Such a style as Professor Nernst's would repel if it were not for the inherent interest of its subject-matter and the ability with which it is handled. There is no law of physical chemistry not touched upon by the author, and we may recommend it as complete and comprehensive to the student.