5 SEPTEMBER 1908, Page 27

The Mende Language. By F. W. H. Migood. (Kegan Paul,

Trench, and Co. 7s. 6d. net.)—The Mendes occupy the Eastern part of the Sierra Leone Protectorate. They are, according to Mr. Migeod's description, an energetic race, who, now that the Pax Britannita is imposed on their country, are accustomed to seek employment abroad. "They are now to be found in all parts of West Africa, including the French and German colonies." Many of them served in the Sierra Leone Regiment when it took part in the Ashanti War. As many as four thousand Meade carriers were employed in these operations.