The book "Comments on the taxonomic status of Apodemus peninsulae, with a description of a new subspecies from North China" by J. Knox Jones is a study devoted to the study of the taxonomy of rodents of the genus Apodemus. The book provides important conclusions regarding the status of Apodemus peninsulae, as well as the description of a new subspecies found in northern China. The author analyzes in detail the morphological and genetic characteristics of rodents, giving the reader the opportunity to better understand the biodiversity of this genus. The book is of great value to zoologists interested in the taxonomy and evolution of rodents, as well as to anyone interested in the natural sciences.