The Brethren of Mount Alias. By Hugh E. M. Stutfield.
(Long- mans.)—We do not quite understand Mr. Stutfield's standpoint. Perhaps, as he is dealing with some developments of esoteric Buddhism and the mysterious Mahatmas, this is not surprising. Does he believe, or does he disbelieve, or does he doubt ? He cer- tainly pokes fun at these august persons in a disparaging kind of way ; and yet the end of his tale, if tale it may be called, seems to be meant in earnest. But of one thing we can speak with cer- tainty, that his descriptions of North African travel are excel- lent. While we are still en route for the dwelling of the strange community that has taken up its abode in the oasis of the Atlas Desert, we are alwayis ..sure to be entertained. The humours of travel are delightfully given. But the "theosophical story" does not exactly attract.
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