The History of the Universities Mission to Central Africa, 1859-1898.
By A. E. M. Anderson-Mosshead. (9 Dartmouth Street, S.W.)- This is a second edition, telling the story up to the most recent date possible. The last event recorded is the opening of a new Home for Ladies in Zanzibar. This was in December of last year. Last year, it may be noted, witnessed the ordination of three native clergy. In 1896 took place the abolition of slavery in Zanzibar, and Consul Smith adds an account of its results to his admirable chapter on slavery. It has not had full time to work, but up to December 31st, 1898, eight thousand slaves had obtained their freedom. As to slavery itself, any one who is inclined to regard the " institution " with a sentimental toleration should read this chapter. "No woman can be virtuous." And it is among these women that "the rising generation of slave. owners, both girls and boys, spends its early years," Truly the Nemesis follows close upon the wrong.
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