5 OCTOBER 1912, Page 13

A Chronicle of the Popes. By A. E. McKilliam. (G.

Bell and Sons. 7s. 6d. net.)—This is a long-needed book of reference, and claims to be no more than "a chronicle as distinguished from history." Mr. McKilliam believes that the names, dates, and chief facts concerning the Popes—from St. Peter to the present Pontiff—compressed into one volume will be of use to many students. The evidence for the facts recorded of the earliest Popes is, of course, given as traditional. The book, which is written without theological bias, contains a good index and an exhaustive list of authorities. It will surely be welcomed.