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KIRBY AND SPENCE.-AN INTRODUCTION TO ENTOMOLOGY; Or, Elements of the Natural History of Insects: comprising an account of noxious and useful insects, of their Metamorphoses, Food, Stratagems, Habitations, Societies, Motions, Noises, Hybernation, Instinct, etc. By W. Kirby, M.A. F.R.S. & L.S. Rector of Barham; and W. Spence, Esq., F.R.S. & L.S. 6th Edition, corrected and considerably enlarged, 2 vols. 8vo. 17. 11. 6d. cloth.

The first two volumes of the "Introduction to Entomology" are now published as a separate work, distinct from the third and fourth volumes, and, though much enlarged, at a considerable reduction of price, in order that the numerous class of readers who confine their study of insects to that of their manners and economy, need not be burthened with the cost of the technical portion of the work relating to their anatomy, physiology, etc. KNAPP.-GRAMINA BRITANNICA;

Or, Representations of the British Grasses: with Remarks and occasional Descriptions. By I. L. Knapp, Esq. F.L.S. & A.S. 2d Edition, 4to. with 118 Plates, beautifully coloured, pp. 250, 31. 168. boards.

LAING.-A TOUR IN SWEDEN

In 1838; comprising Observations on the Moral, Political, and Economical State of the Swedish Nation. By Samuel Laing, Esq. 8vo. 12s. cloth.

LAING. NOTES OF A TRAVELLER

On the Social and Political State of France, Prussia, Switzerland, Italy, and other parts of Europe, during the present Century. By Samuel Laing, Esq. 2d Edition, 8vo. 16s. cloth. LAING.-JOURNAL OF A RESIDENCE IN NORWAY

During the years 1834, 1835, and 1836; made with a view to inquire into the Rural and Political Economy of that Country, and the Condition of its Inhabitants. By Samuel Laing, Esq. 2d Edition, 8vo. 14s. cloth.

LAING. THE CHRONICLE OF THE KINGS OF NORWAY,

From the Earliest Period of the History of the Northern Sea Kings to the Middle of the Twelfth Century, commonly called the Heimskringla. Translated from the Icelandic of Snorro Sturleson, with Notes, and a Preliminary Discourse, by Samuel Laing, author of "A Residence in Norway," "A Tour in Sweden," and "Notes of a Traveller."

LARDNER'S CABINET CYCLOPÆDIA ;

Preparing for publication.

Comprising a Series of Original Works on History, Biography, Literature, the Sciences, Arts, and Manufactures. Conducted and edited by Dr. Lardner.

The Series complete in One Hundred and Thirty-three Volumes, 391. 188. (Three Volumes remain to be published.) The Works separate, at 68. per volume.

LARDNER.-A TREATISE ON ARITHMETIC.

By Dr. Lardner, LL.D. F.R.S. 1 vol. foolscap 8vo. with Vignette Title, 68. cloth lettered. LARDNER.-A TREATISE ON ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM.

By Dr. Lardner. 2 vols. foolscap Svo. 12s. (Vol. 2, in the press.)

LARDNER.-A TREATISE ON GEOMETRY,

And its Application to the Arts. By Dr. Lardner. 1 vol. foolscap 8vo. Vignette Title, and upwards of 200 figures, 68. cloth.

LARDNER.-A TREATISE ON HEAT.

By Dr. Lardner, LL.D., etc. 1 vol. fcap. 8vo. with Woodcuts and Vignette Title, 68. cloth. LARDNER.-A TREATISE ON HYDROSTATICS AND PNEUMATICS. By Dr. Lardner. New Edition. 1 vol. foolscap 8vo. 68. cloth.

L. E. L.-THE POETICAL WORKS OF LETITIA ELIZABETH LANDON. New Edition (1839), 4 vols. foolscap Svo. with Illustrations by Howard, etc. 288. cloth lettered; or handsomely bound in morocco, with gilt edges, 21. 48.

The following may be had separately:-
THE IMPROVISATRICE - 10s. 6d.
THE VENETIAN BRACELET 10s. 6d.

THE GOLDEN VIOLET
THE TROUBADOUR

- 10s. 6d.

- 108. 6d.

LIFE OF A TRAVELLING PHYSICIAN,

From his first Introduction to Practice; including Twenty Years' Wanderings throughout the greater part of Europe. 3 vols. post 8vo. with coloured Frontispieces, 31s. 6d, cloth.

PRINTED FOR LONGMAN, BROWN, AND CO.

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LINDLEY.-INTRODUCTION TO BOTANY.

By Prof. J. Lindley, Ph.D. F.R.S. L.S. etc. 3d Edition (1839), with Corrections and considerable Additions, 1 large vol. 8vo. pp. 606, with Six Plates and numerous Woodcuts, 188. cloth.

LINDLEY. A NATURAL SYSTEM OF BOTANY;

Or, a Systematic View of the Organization, Natural Affinities, and Geographical Distribution, of the whole Vegetable Kingdom; together with the uses of the most important species in Medicine, the Arts, and Rural or Domestic Economy. By John Lindley, Ph.D. F.R.S. L.S. etc. 2d Edition, with numerous additions and corrections, and a complete List of Genera, with their Synonyms. 8vo. 188. cloth.

LINDLEY.-FLORA MEDICA;

A Botanical Account of all the most important Plants used in Medicine, in different Parts of the World. By John Lindley, Ph.D. F.R.S. etc. 1 vol. 8vo. 188. cloth.

LINDLEY.-SCHOOL BOTANY;

Or, an Explanation of the Characters and Differences of the principal Natural Classes and Orders of Plants belonging to the Flora of Europe, in the Botanical Classification of De Candolle. For the use of Students preparing for their matriculation examination in the University of London, and applicable to Botanical Study in general. By John Lindley, Ph.D. F.R.S. etc. 1 vol. foolscap 8vo. with upwards of 160 Woodcuts, 68. cloth.

LINDLEY.-A SYNOPSIS OF THE BRITISH FLORA,

Arranged according to the Natural Orders. By Professor John Lindley, Ph. D., F.R.S., etc. The 3d Edition, with numerous Additions, Corrections, and Improvements, 12mo. pp. 390, 10s. 6d. cloth.

LINDLEY.-THE THEORY OF HORTICULTURE;

Or, an Attempt to Explain the Principal Operations of Gardening upon Physiological Principles. By John Lindley, Ph.D. F.R.S. 1 vol. 8vo. with Illustrations on Wood. 12s. cloth. This book is written in the hope of providing the intelligent gardener, and the scientific amateur, correctly, with the rationalia of the more important operations of Horticulture; and the author has endeavoured to present to his readers an intelligible explanation, founded upon well ascertained facts, which they can judge of by their own means of observation, of the general nature of vegetable actions, and of the causes which, while they control the powers of life in plants, are capable of being regulated by themselves. The possession of such knowledge will necessarily teach them how to improve their methods of cultivation, and lead them to the discovery of new and better modes.

LINDLEY.-AN OUTLINE OF THE FIRST PRINCIPLES OF HORTICULTURE. By Professor Lindley. 18mo. 28. sewed.

LINDLEY.-GUIDE TO THE ORCHARD AND KITCHEN GARDEN;

Or, an Account of the most valuable Fruits and Vegetables cultivated in Great Britain: with Kalendars of the Work required in the Orchard and Kitchen Garden during every month in the year. By George Lindsey, C.M.H.S. Edited by Professor Lindley. 1 large vol. 8vo. 168. boards.

LLOYD.-A TREATISE ON LIGHT AND VISION.

By the Rev. H. Lloyd, M.A., Fellow of Trin. Coll. Dublin. 8vo. 15s. boards.

LOUDON.-
.-AN ENCYCLOPÆDIA OF TREES AND SHRUBS ;

Being the "Arboretum et Fruticetum Britannicum" abridged: containing the Hardy Trees and Shrubs of Great Britain, Native and Foreign, scientifically and popularly described: with their Propagation, Culture, and Uses in the Arts; and with Engravings of nearly all the Species. For the use of Nurserymen, Gardeners, and Foresters. By J. C. Loudon, F.L.S. &c. In 8vo. pp. 1234, with upwards of 2000 Engravings on Wood, 27.10s. cloth.

The Original Work may be had in 8 vols. 8vo. with above 400 8vo Plates of Trees, and upwards of 2500 Woodcuts, 107. cloth.

LOUDON.-AN ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF GARDENING;

Presenting in one systematic view, the History and Present State of Gardening in all Coun. tries, and its Theory and Practice in Great Britain: with the Management of the Kitchen Garden, the Flower Garden, Laying-out Grounds, etc. By J. C. Loudon, F.L.S. etc. A new Edition, enlarged and much improved, 1 large vol. 8vo. with nearly 1000 Engravings on Wood, pp. 1312, 27. 10s. cloth.

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UCONN AN ENCYCLOPEDIA OF COTTACE, FARM. AND VILLA Containing Designs for Cottages. Villas. Farm Preez, Centre (554, Pude cases. Partial Schools, etc.: with the rearst Finlayson. 7xt. mva. and Future, and sorensrate Cfces. Gardiens. md Garien Seiner Jogiya ve mnanied ve tartica and Cettica Remarks Austrative or the Pan liter irai Setence mid Taste in which I s composed, and General Estimates of me 2. New Edition 82', orrected, with a Supplement containing Cối utritional pages if enter-gress, and hearty 30 new engravings, bringing 1091 In i very chica rol. tro, pp. 1306, with more than 2000 Engravings ju Wood, 32. 3 cinth.

LOUDON

** The New Supplement, separately, Wa. pp. 174, 7. 6d. sewed.

HORTUS BRITANNICUS:

The 3d Edition

A Catalogue of all the Plants indigenous to or introduced into Britain.
656, with a New Supplement, prepared, ander the direction of J. C. Loudon, by W.E
Baxter, and revised by George Don, P.L.S. 1 val. 8vo. pp. 766, 313.6d. cloth.

The First Supplement (1835, separately, Wo. pp. 26, 23. 6d. sewed.
The New Supplement (1839) separately, 8vo. pp.742, 8. sewed.

LOUDON-THE SUBURBAN CARDENER AND VILLA COMPANION: Comprising the Choice of a Villa or Suburban Residence, or of a situation on which to form one, the Arrangement and Furnishing of the House; and the Laying-out, Planting, and general Management of the Garden and Grounds; the whole adapted for grounds from one perch to hfty acres and upwards in extent; intended for the instruction of those who knew herie of Gardening or Rural Affairs, and more particularly for the use of Ladies. By J. C. London, FL8, eter 1 vol 8vo. with above 300 Wood Engravings, 20s. cloth.

LOU DON-HORTUS LICNOSIS LONDINENSIS ;

Or, a Catalogue of all the Ligneous Plants cultivated in the neighbourhood of London. To which are added their usual Prices in Nurseries. By J. C. London, F.L.S. etc. 8vo. 73. 6d.

LOU DON-ON THE LAYING-OUT, PLANTING, AND MANAGEMENT OF CEMETERIES; and on the Improvement of Churchyards. By J. C. Loudon, F.L.S. etc. 8vo. with 60 Engravings, 128. cloth.

LOW.

THE BREEDS OF THE DOMESTICATED ANIMALS OF CREAT BRITAIN described. By David Low, Esq. F.R.S.E., Professor of Agriculture in the Univer sity of Edinburgh; Member of the Roval Academy of Agriculture of Sweden; Corresponding Member of the Conseil Royal d'Agriculture de France, of the Société Royal et Centrale, etc. etc. The Plates from drawings by W. Nicholson, R.S.A., reduced from a Series of Oil Paintings, executed for the Agricultural Museum of the University of Edinburgh by W. Shiels, R.S.A. In 2 vols. atlas quarto, with 52 plates of animals, beautifully coloured after Nature, 16/. 16. half-bound in morocco.

Or in four separate
The OX, in 1 vol. atlas quarto, with 22 Plates,
price 6 16. 6d. half-bound morocco.
The SHEEP, in 1 vol. atlas quarto, with 21
Plates, price 67. 16. 6d. half-bound morocco.

portions, as follow:

The HORSE, in 1 vol, atlas quarto, with S
Plates, price 37. half-bound morocco.
The HOG, in 1 vol. atlas quarto, with 5 Plates,
price 21. 28. half-bound morocco.

PRINTED FOR LONGMAN, BROWN, AND CO.

LOW.-ELEMENTS OF PRACTICAL AGRICULTURE;

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Comprehending the Cultivation of Plants, the Husbandry of the Domestic Animals, and the Economy of the Farm. By David Low, Esq. F.R.S.E., Professor of Agriculture in the University of Edinburgh. 8vo. 4th Edition, with Alterations and Additions, and above 200 Woodcuts, 218. cloth.

**This edition contains large and interesting additions on the chemical constitution and geological relations of soils; on the effects of climate and altitude; on the nature, uses, and action of manures; on the principles of tillage and the succession of crops; on the theory and practice of draining, etc.

MACAULAY.-CRITICAL AND HISTORICAL ESSAYS CONTRIBUTED TO the EDINBURGH REVIEW. By the Right Hon. Thomas Babington Macaulay. 3 vols. 8vo. 368. cloth.

MACAULAY.-LAYS OF ANCIENT ROME.

By T. B. Macaulay, Esq. 3d Edition, crown 8vo. pp. 192, 10s. 6d. cloth.

MACKENZIE.-THE PHYSIOLOGY OF VISION.

By W. Mackenzie, M.D., Lecturer on the Eye in the University of Glasgow. 8vo. with Woodcuts, 10s. 6d. boards.

MACKINTOSH, ETC.-THE HISTORY OF ENGLAND.

By Sir James Mackintosh; W. Wallace, Esq.; and Robert Bell, Esq. 10 vols. foolscap Svo. with Vignette Titles, 31, cloth.

MACLEOD.-ON RHEUMATISM,

And on the Affections of the Internal Organs, more especially the Heart and Brain, to which it gives rise. By R. Macleod, M.D. Physician to St. George's Hospital. 1 vol. 8vo. pp. 172,

78. cloth.

MALTE-BRUN.-A SYSTEM OF UNIVERSAL GEOGRAPHY,

Founded on the Works of Malte-Brun and Balbi, embracing an Historical Sketch of the Progress of Geographical Discovery, the Principles of Mathematical and Physical Geography, and a complete Description, from the most recent sources, of the Political and Social Condition of all the Countries in the World: with numerous Statistical Tables, and an Alphabetical Index of 12,000 Names. 1 thick vol. 8vo. closely and beautifully printed, 308. cloth.

MANUAL FOR MECHANICS' INSTITUTIONS.

Published under the Superintendence of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge. Post 8vo. 58. cloth.

MARCET (MRS.)-CONVERSATIONS ON THE HISTORY OF ENGLAND. For the Use of Children. Vol. I. containing the History to the Reign of Henry VII. 18mo. pp. 354, 48. 6d. cloth.

"Juvenile literature will freely own how much it is indebted to Mrs. Marcet, not only for the present, but all her preceding works. She imparts interest to dry and dull details; and, while she teaches, begets a desire in her pupils for further knowledge, so pleasantly imparted. These Conversations,' admirably suited to the capacities of children, may be skimmed advantageously by children of a larger growth.'"-Literary Gazette.

MARCET.-CONVERSATIONS ON CHEMISTRY;

In which the Elements of that Science are familiarly Explained and Illustrated by Experiments. 14th Edition (1841), enlarged and corrected, 2 vols. foolscap 8vo. pp. 732, 148. cloth.

MARCET.-CONVERSATIONS ON NATURAL PHILOSOPHY;

In which the Elements of that Science are familiarly explained, and adapted to the comprehension of Young Persons. 10th Edition (1839), enlarged and corrected by the Author. 1 vol. foolscap 8vo. pp. 484, with 23 Plates, 108. 6d. cloth.

CONTENTS.

Of the General Properties of Bodies; the Attraction of Gravity; the Laws of Motion; Compound Motion; the Mechanical Powers; Astronomy; Causes of the Earth's Motion; the Planets; the Earth; the Moon; Hydrostatics; the Mechanical Properties of Fluids;

of Springs, Fountains, etc.; Pneumatics; the
Mechanical Properties of Air; on Wind and
Sound; Optics; the Visual Angle and the
Reflection of Mirrors; on Refraction and
Colours; on the Structure of the Eye, and
Optical Instruments.

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MARCET.-CONVERSATIONS ON POLITICAL ECONOMY;

In which the Elements of that Science are familiarly explained. 7th Edition (1839), revised and enlarged, 1 vol. foolscap 8vo. pp. 424, 78. 6d. cloth.

CONTENTS.

Introduction; on Property; the Division of Labour; on Capital; on Wages and Population; on the Condition of the Poor; on Value and Price; on Income; Income from Landed

Property; Income from the Cultivation of Land; Income from Capital lent; on Moner; on Commerce; on Foreign Trade; on Expenditure and Consumption.

MARCET.-CONVERSATIONS ON VEGETABLE PHYSIOLOGY;

Comprehending the Elements of Botany, with their application to Agriculture. 3d Edition (1839), 1 vol. foolscap 8vo. pp. 474, with Four Plates, 9s. cloth.

CONTENTS.

Introduction; on Roots; on Stems: on Leaves; on Sap; on Cambium and the peculiar Juices of Plants; on the Action of Light and Heat on Plants; on the Naturalization of Plants; on the Action of the Atmosphere on Plants; on the Action of Water on Plants; on the Artificial Mode of Watering Plants; on the Action of the Soil on Plants; on the Propagation of Plants by Subdivision; on Grafting; on the Multiplication of Plauts by Seed; the Flower; on Compound Flowers; on Fruit;

on the Seed; on the Classification of Plants; on Artificial Systems; on the Natural Sys. tem; Botanical Geography; the Influence of Culture on Vegetation; on the Degeneration and Diseases of Plants; on the Cultivation of Trees; on the Cultivation of Plants which Produce Fermented Liquors; on the Cultivation of Grasses, Tuberous Roots, and Grain; on Oleaginous Plants and Culinary Veget ables.

MARCET.-CONVERSATIONS FOR CHILDREN;

On Land and Water. 2d Edition (1839), revised and corrected, 1 vol. foolscap 8vo. pp. 256, with coloured Maps, shewing the comparative Altitude of Mountains, 5s. 6d. cloth.

MARCET.-THE GAME OF GRAMMAR,

With a Book of Conversations (fcp. 8vo. pp. 54, 1842), shewing the Rules of the Game, and affording Examples of the manner of playing at it. In a varnished box, or done up as a post 8vo. volume in cloth, 8s.

MARCET.-MARY'S GRAMMAR ;

Interspersed with Stories, and intended for the Use of Children. 6th Edition (1842), revised and enlarged, 18mo. pp. 336, 38. 6d. half-bound.

MARCET.-JOHN HOPKINS' NOTIONS ON POLITICAL ECONOMY.

3d Edition (1834), foolscap 8vo. pp. 194, 4s. 6d. cloth.

*** A smaller Edition (the Second, 1833) 18mo. pp. 176, 1s. 6d. sewed.

MARCET.-WILLY'S HOLIDAYS;

Or, Conversations on Different Kinds of Governments, intended for Young Children. 18mo. pp. 158 (1836), 2s. half-bound.

MARCET.-WILLY'S STORIES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN.

Third Edition (1839), 18mo. pp. 138, 28. half-bound.

The House-building: the Three Pits (the Coal Pit, the Chalk Pit, and the Gravel Pit): and the Land without Laws.

MARCET.-THE SEASONS;

Stories for very Young Children. 4 vols. 18mo. new Editions: Vol. 1, Winter, 3d Edition, pp. 180 (1839); Vol. 2, Spring, 3d Edition, pp. 196 (1839); Vol. 3, Summer, 3d Edition, pp. 178 (1840); Vol. 4, Autumn, 3d Edition, pp. 184 (1840). 28. each volume, half-bound.

MARRIAGE GIFT.

By a Mother. A Legacy to her Children. Post 8vo. 58. cloth, gilt edges.

MARRYAT.-MASTERMAN READY;

Or, the Wreck of the Pacific. Written for Young People By Captain Marryat. 3 Vols. foolscap 8vo. with numerous Engravings on Wood, 22s. 6d. cloth."

** The volumes, separately, 78. 6d. each, cloth.

MARTINGALE.-SPORTING SCENES AND COUNTRY CHARACTERS.

By Martingale. 1 vol. square crown 8vo. beautifully embellished with Wood Engravings in the highest style of the Art, 17. 18. handsomely bound in a new style.

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