3.-The Life and Correspondence of Thomas Arnold, D. D., Regius Professor of Modern History in the University of Oxford. By ARTHUR PENRHYN STANLEY, M. A., Fellow and Tutor of University College, Oxford. First American from the third English edition. The two volumes complete in one. New York: D. Appleton & Co. Phil.: Geo. S. Appleton. 1845. pp. 516, 12mo. The publishers have here compressed a very large amount of matter into one volume, enabling them to sell the work at $150. And the matter is worthy the reading of every intelligent person. Dr. Arnold was a very remarkable man, far above the ordinary class of men. For many years the head of Rugby School, he acquired there a character and an influence not often gained by those in the same line of life. As Professor of History at Oxford, he was rising rapidly to the pinnacle of fame: and although permitted, in the providence of God, to occupy the station but a little while, it was long enough to show the world that he was no common man, and that, had he lived, he would soon have ranked among the first historians of the age.

His free and evangelical spirit could not brook the fooleries of Newmania: and, in consequence of his opposition to the Tractarian views, he suffered not a little persecution from those who would have honored both their intellects and their hearts by a sympathy with his views and sentiments.

Mr. Stanley, his particular friend, has developed his inner life by occupying most of the volume with the correspondence of Dr. Arnold. In this he was wise: for we wish to hear such a man utter, at large, his own opinions and feelings, in his own way. The volume contains 301 of his letters.

He was an Episcopalian, and in so far, we are not one with him; but his Episcopacy was such, and professed in connection with such a life, that we can readily forgive him this one error, for the sake of all the good there was about him.

4.-Rural Economy, in its Relations with Chemistry, Physics and Meteorology; or Chemistry applied to Agriculture. By J. B. BOUSSINGAULT, Member of the Institute of France, etc., etc. Translated, with an Introduction and Notes, by George Law, Agriculturist. New-York: D. Appleton & Co. Phil.: Geo. S. Appleton. 1845. pp. 507, 12 mo.

Rural Economy is an important branch of knowledge: and few things are more interesting than the pursuit of scientific agriculture. Great advances have been made in it within a few years, and the day is probably not far distant, when very many educated men will resort to farming and horticulture, both as a means of subsistence and of enjoyment. The professions, except the ministry, will soon be overstocked, and men, with an education qualifying them for entering the legal or medical corps, will find little to hope for but starvation if they

do; and, consequently, will be induced, in many cases, to try their skill at the plough, the harrow, the hoe, and the spade.

How much land is now wasted and impoverished, because its owners presume themselves to be above all instruction in the art of cultivating the soil, and plod on, as their fathers did, in trying to make a fortune on a farm of three or four hundred acres, when one fourth of the amount, scientifically cultivated, would yield a richer reward, and make room for many pleasant neighbors.

Having said our say on this point, it is time to say a word or two of the book. We think, then, we do not err in saying, that the intelligent author, himself also a practical farmer, has comprised, in this volume, an amount of valuable matter on agriculture scarcely to be found elsewhere within the same compass. He treats of the physical and chemical phenomena of vegetation; of the composition and principles of vegetables; of fermentation; of soils; of manures, organic and mineral; of rotations; of live-stock; of meteorology and climate; of the relations between organized beings and the atmosphere. 5.-Recent Improvements in Arts, Manufactures and Mines: being a Supplement to his Dictionary. By ANDREW URE, M. D. Illustrated by 190 Engravings. New-York: D. Appleton & Co. Phil.: Geo. S. Appleton. 1845. pp. 304, 8vo.

We have already favorably noticed Mr. Ure's Dictionary, and cheerfully add our testimony to the value of this Supplement. There will be found here much additional information on interesting topics, such as Artesian Wells, Bread, Bakeries, Brick-making, Caoutchouc, Gas-Light, Guano, etc.

6.-History of France, from the Earliest Period to the Present Time. By M. MICHELET, Professeur-Suppléant à la Faculté, des Letters, Prof. á l'école normale, chef de la section historique aux archives du royaume. Vol. 1. Translated by G. H. Smith, F. G. S. New-York: D. Appleton & Co. Phil.: Geo. S. Appleton.

1845.

This will, undoubtedly, prove to be a valuable history of France: and we, therefore, welcome it to an English dress, although we think it could be better translated. M. Michelet, the author, from the station he holds, is in possession of every facility for the preparation of such a work and his high reputation authorizes us to presume that he has written a candid and superior history. He is a man of uncommon genius, of extensive scholarship, of deep research, of plodding application, of vivid imagination, yet of philosophic and severe judgment.

Among the illustrious French historians of the present day, Michelet holds a very high, if not the first place. His style is suffi

ciently philosophical, yet so dramatic as to give living interest to his pages, and lead you on, often, through a series of graphic pictures.

The present issue by D. Appleton & Co. cannot but be acceptable to the reading public, and, by the mode of its publication in numbers, will fall within the means of many, who otherwise must be deprived of the pleasure and profit of its perusal.

7.—A History of Greece. By the Right Rev. CONNOP THIRLWALL, Lord Bishop of St. David's. In two volumes. New-York: Harper & Brothers. 1845. pp. 1130.

The publishers have here offered to the public a large amount of valuable history in two 8vo vols. Bishop Thirlwall seems to have consulted the sources extensively, judging from the frequent references, although this is not always evidence of the fact: for probably nine out of ten of the histories palmed on the credulity of the public, although they make a large display of learning in quotations and references to authorities, are, at least in the last respect, mere copies of some equally unqualified predecessor. The line of succession here is much more easily proven, than that of the apostolic-Episcopal.

We have no intention, however, to apply these remarks to the case in hand, not doubting that the venerable bishop has personally consulted and verified his authorities. At all events, we take pleasure in commending the work as one relying on the best authorities, and presenting the results of recent investigations into the antiquities and history of Greece. Whilst there are other good histories on particular subjects, this, as a general history of Greece, is perhaps superior to any other in the English language.

8.-History of the Reign of Ferdinand and Isabella, the Catholic. By WILLIAM H. PRESCOTT. In three volumes. Tenth edition. New-York: Harper & Brothers. 1845.

Mr. Prescott has established his reputation as an historian: and in honoring himself by his pen has honored also his country. It can never now be said, "Who reads an American book?" Nor, What American has written a standard work, worthy to go down to posterity? Whilst the English language shall be read, we venture to say, Prescott's Histories will be read. They should adorn the historic shelf of every reading man's library. The publishers, also, have taken pains to execute their part in a style corresponding with the richness and value of the work. We love to see a book like this, in clear, large type and broad margin. Yet, as books must be cheap now-a-days, but few can be printed in this luxurious style.

The work has been so long before the public, in its earlier editions, that nothing more is necessary than this brief notice, to remind those not yet supplied, that a fresh edition is ready.

9.-Principles of Forensic Medicine. By WILLIAM A. GUY, M. B., Cantab., Professor of Forensic Medicine, King's College, London, etc., etc. First Ameriean edition, with Notes and Additions, by CHARLES A. LEE, M. D. New York: Harper & Brothers. 1845. pp. 711, 8vo.

We are neither lawyer nor doctor enough to estimate the full value of such a work to those professions: yet we find in it much that is valuable to every man of science. It is a comprehensive epitome of medical jurisprudence, embodying all its important facts and principles, and, from its convenient arrangement, must be peculiarly fitted to be a text-book for students and practitioners. Infanticide, Legitimacy, Unsoundness of Mind, Toxicology, etc., are treated of in a perspicuous and masterly manner. Also Medical Evidence, Personal Identity, Life Assurance, Spontaneous Combustion, and many other subjects of great interest.

10.-A Commentary on the Book of Psalms. By GEORGE, Lord Bishop of Norwich and President of Magdalen College, Oxford. With an Introductory Essay by the Rev. Edward Irving; and a Memoir of the Author. New-York and Pittsburg: Robert Carter. 1845. pp. 536, 8vo.

Mr. Carter now offers this valuable work at the low price of $1,50, printed on fair paper and in a good-sized type, thus making it, at the same time, readable and accessible to all. And, although this commentary cannot lay claim to as much critical acumen as some others, and would not be resorted to by the student of the Scriptures for accurate interpretation of the text, yet it is decidedly one of the very best practical commentaries we have. Bishop Horne was eminent in his day, and certainly possessed some excellent qualifications for commenting on this book of devotion. His style is lucid and often terse, his reflections grow naturally out of the sentiments of the passage on which he comments, and there breathes through the whole so much sympathy with the Psalmist in his humble views of himself and his exalted conceptions of Jehovah; there is such a heavenly, sweet frame of mind exhibited, so much spirituality and such love for the Redeemer, as to render this commentary one of peculiar fitness for family-reading.

The Introductory Essay, too, by Edward Irving, written when he was in his right mind, before his great intellect was left to its vagaries, is deeply interesting. It is, indeed, in the Edward Irving style of inversion, yet abounds in such richness of thought, vividness of description, and lofty imaginings, that we forget the defects of style and follow the writer under the influence of such a mesmeric attraction as to be almost persuaded that even the style is just what the thought demands. At all events, it is pleasant to look back to Irving as he

was and to see him standing at the threshold of the Psalmist's Ora tory and beckoning us to enter with him into his devotions there.

11.—Sermons on Important Subjects. By the Rev. SAMUEL DAVIES, A. M., President of the College of New-Jersey, with an Essay on the Life and Times of the Author, by ALBERT BARNES. Stereotype Edition, containing all the Author's Sermons ever published. In 3 vols. Fourth edition. New-York: Robert Carter. 1845. This is another of Mr. Carter's good publications, which he offers at so low a price, ($1 50 for the 3 vols.) as to present quite an inducement to purchase. Those who love to read good sermons, can have no excuse for not indulging that love. Davies' Sermons have been so long known, that it is a work of supererogation to say any thing to recommend them.

The Essay of Mr. Barnes is in his best style, and contains reflections well worthy the consideration of ministers and students of theology.

12.-An Essay towards an Easy, Plain, Practical, and Extensive Explication of the Assembly's Shorter Catechism. By JOHN BROWN, of Haddington. From the sixth Edinburgh edition. New-York: Robert Carter. 1845. pp. 356, 12 mo.-624 cents. The Shorter Catechism is one of the best systems of Divinity, in a condensed form, ever published; and John Brown's Explication of it is "easy, plain, practical and extensive." With only this and the Bible, a minister could discipline and indoctrinate his mind well, and write many good sermons.

13.—Advice to a Young Christian, with an Introductory Essay by Dr. ALEXANDER.—A World without Souls. By J. W. CUNNINGHAM.— The World's Religion contrasted with Genuine Christianity. By Lady COLQUHOUN. New-York: Robert Carter. 1845.

Many of our readers, doubtless, perused these small volume when they appeared in their first editions; and many, probably, have not yet. To the rising generation we can safely recommend them. They are of wholesome tendency, and the first and third especially adapted to elevate the standard of piety, and wean the Christian from the vanities of time to the realities of eternity. The volumes are neatly "got up."

14.-Judæa Capta. By CHARLOTTE ELIZABETH. New-York: M. W. Dodd. 1845. pp. 234, 18mo.

Mr. Dodd keeps reminding us, every now and then, that Charlotte Elizabeth has somewhat more to say to us. Well, we are content: for we know she will say something of interest and utility. The Jews