remarks frequently extend to other countries which he has visited. We have a great variety of information, presented in a very easy, sprightly style. The things described are not new, but we often see them from new and interesting positions. The Philosophy of Rhetoric. By George Campbell, D. D., Principal of the Marischal College. Aberdeen. New Edition, with the author's last additions and corrections. New-York: Harper and Brothers. 1841. pp. 396. This is a work of undisputed excellence. The treatises on Rhetoric, which have appeared more recently, have not superseded it. Those, who would write well or speak well, should read it and study it. Notes, Explanatory and Practical, on the Gospels. By Albert Barnes. In two volumes. Revised and corrected, with an index, Chronological table, etc. New-York: Harper and Brothers. 1841. Sixteen editions of these notes-2000 copies each- have been sold, a conclusive proof of their value. This edition is a decided improvement; it is both revised and enlarged. Numerous illustrations and wood cuts have been introduced; and a valuable map of Jerusalem, by Catherwood, has been added. The chronological table is the fruit of much labor. It would be superfluous to commend these volumes. Religion in its Relation to the Present Life. In a series of Lectures delivered before the Young Men's Association of Utica. By A. B. Johnson. Published at their request. New-York: Harper and Brothers. 1841. pp. 180. Contents:-Every department of conduct which results injuriously; ly; The art of controlling others; abounds with valuable thoughts and with profit by all ages. nature obeys determinate laws; The The conduct which results beneficialThe art of self-control. The book striking illustrations. It may be read The Backslider. By Andrew Fuller, with an Introduction by Rev. John Angell James. New-York: John S. Taylor. 1841. pp. 122. Fuller was among the first of modern Theologians. One of his best practical treatises was this on Backsliding. "It is faithful, searching, tender and discriminating. The author handles his patient with a kind gentleness, yet probes the disease to the bottom, and with vigilant assiduity labors to restore him to sound health." Popular Exposition of the Gospels; for the use of Families, Bible Classes and Sunday Schools. By John G. Morris and Charles A. Smith. Vol. I. Matthew, Mark. Baltimore: Publication Rooms. 1840. pp. 346. The plan of this book was suggested by several German works, particularly those of Starke and Brandt; who, together with Doddridge, Henry, Scott, Clarke, Rosenmuller, and Olshausen, furnished the principal materials. The authors have endeavored to present a simple explanation of the most difficult passages, without any account of the process by which their opinions have been formed Their sentiments are evangelical, reflections appropriate, and explanations generally judicious and correct. Pastoral Addresses. By John Angell James: with an Introduction, by Rev. Wm. Adams. New-York: D. Appleton & Co. 1841. pp. 213. These addresses were not intended for publication, but having been useful to his own people, they have been, in compliance with repeated re quests, given to the public, and have met with an extensive circulation. Their spirit is truly evangelical, the style simple, and manner affectionate. They cannot fail to be useful. Christians constantly need to have their minds directed to the contemplation of the truths here discussed. Sacra Privata. The Private Meditations, Devotions and Prayers of the Rt. Rev. T. Wilson, D. D., Bishop of Sodor and Man, with a Preface by J. H. Newman, B. D. New-York: D. Appleton & Co. 1841. pp. 338. This is a beautiful specimen of typography; indeed it is in the best style of the publishers. The contents are worthy of the dress in which they appear. Bishop Wilson was an eminent Christian. His Meditations and Prayers breathe an excellent spirit. The Philosophy of History, by Frederick von Schlegel; 2 vols. NewYork: D. Appleton & Co. 1841. The Natural History of Society, in the barbarous and civilized state; by W. Cooke Taylor, Esq. LL.D. 2 vols. New-York: D. Appleton & Co. 1841. We have not had time to examine these works, we shall, therefore, notice them in our next number. ARTICLE XIII. RECENT LITERARY INTELLIGENCE. Great Britain. The Eclectic Review, Jan. 1841, contains a long article on " London University and the Colleges connected with it," from which the following statements are taken. This university commenced its operations in 138. Several colleges have been allowed by the government to send students to it to complete their course. These are University and King's College, London; Bristol College; Oscot College (Roman Catholic); St. Cuthbert's College (Roman Catholic), Ushaw; Manchester College (formerly York, Unitarian); Homerton College; Highbury College; Spring Hill College, Birmingham. The three last are connected with the Congregationalists. University College takes the lead; it is open to all classes, but chiefly sustained by Dissenters. The number of students is rapidly inereasing. No one can be admitted to the degree of B. A. in London University, "within two years of his matriculation examination;" nor without a certificate of two years study and good conduct at one of the affiliated institutions. The fee for this degree is £10. The examination is conducted by printed papers; but the examiners may put questions on the written answers when they require explanation. The writer in the Eclectic thinks that those who have passed this examination would have no difficulty in obtaining a like degree at Oxford or Cambridge. He observes, however, very correctly, that the quantity demanded in the principal departments is by no means excessive. French and German, animal physiology, vegetable physiology and structural botany are among the prescribed studies. The University has nothing to do with theology; it has power to give degrees only in arts, law and medicine. Still it has introduced a voluntary examination in the Hebrew of the O. T., the Greek of the N. T., the evidences of Christianity and Scripture history; awarding certificates of proficiency. None but bachelors of arts are admitted to this examination. Dr. John Pye Smith has entered on the 41st year of his connection with Homerton Seminary. He has recently published the second edition of his Scripture and Geology. Among the more recent publications are Ancient Christianity, No. 6., containing a Sketch of the Demonolatry of the Church in the fourth century; Analysis of the Bible, with reference to the Social Duty of Man, by R. Montgomery Martin; The Bible Monopoly inconsistent with Bible Circulation, a Letter to Lord Bexley, by Dr. Adam Thomson; Pictorial History of Palestine, Part xvI.; Lisco's Parables, translated by Rev. P. Fairbairn; Memoir of Dr. Payson, in Ward's Standard Library; Treatise on the Lord's Supper, by Daniel Bagot, B. D.; Historical Sketch of the Protestant Church of France, by Rev. J. G. Lorimer; Fisher's Historic Illustrations of the Bible, Division ll France. The Bible-A New Translation, by S. Cahen, is the title of a work in progress at Paris. Vol. X has already appeared, containing a translation of Jeremiah. The Revue Critique commends it in the following terms: "Never, perhaps, has the poetry of the sacred volume been rendered with so much force;" "the translator seeks to bring the French as near as possible to the Hebrew." The volume contains the Preface of Abrabanel to Jeremiah, Dahler's Historical Introduction to the same, and some new observations on the Jewish Calendar. A new periodical-Revue Theologique-has been commenced, edited by two of the professors at Montauban Theological Seminary. It will undoubtedly be well conducted and useful. Switzerland. The School of Theology had its opening sitting at Geneva, Oct. 1, 1840. Seven new students were admitted; the whole No. was 36. Prof. Gaussen has just published Theopneustia, or the Plenary Inspiration of the Holy Scriptures. It is regarded in France and Switzerland as an able vindication of the Orthodox belief. United States. Wm Radde, German bookseller in New-York, will soon publish ThoJuck's Hours of Christian Devotion, both in English and German.-Gould, Newman and Saxton will issue, in a few weeks, a work on the Antiquities of the Christian Church, abridged from Augusti, with compilations from Rheinwald, Gieseler, etc. by Rev. Lyman Coleman. It will comprise a history of our own sacred seasons-fast and thanksgiving-by Rev. J. B. Felt; and a short account of the rites of the Armenian Church by Rev. Mr. Dwight, Miss. at Constantinople.-Dr. Grant, Missionary to Persia, will soon publish his "Nestorians" or the Lost Tribes-the prominent object of the book is to prove that the Nestorians are the descendants of the ten lost tribes of Israel. The work is looked for with interest. INDEX TO VOLUME V. A. Academical Study, the Principle of Alleine, Rev. Joseph. Life and Let- Anti-Bacchus, by Rev. B. Parsons, A Priori Argument for the Being B. Bacchus, by R. B. Grindrod, noticed Bancroft, George, History of the United States, noticed 246. Barnes, Rev. Albert, on the Ancient Bible, the, and its Literature, by Prof. Robinson 334. Biblical Lit- erature defined 334. Protestant C. Cause and Effect in Connection with Chalmers, Rev. Thomas, D. D.— Channing, Rev. W. E., on Self Cul- Chaptal, M. Le Compte, Chemistry Chemistry applied to Agriculture, by Chemistry, Elements of, by A. Gray, Cheever, Rev. George B. Hand in America, noticed 506. Combe, Andrew, M. D. Principles Commerce, the Ancient, of Western Asia, Rev. Albert Barnes on 48. dria-its commerce 62. Changes D. Day, Pres. Jeremiak, Examination Dew of Israel and the Lily of God, E. Ecclesiastical History, Murdock's Edwards, Rev. Tryon, on Self-Cul- England, Religious and Ecclesi- of the clergy 149. Dissenting Exposition, Popular, of the Gospels, Exposition of Romans 8: 18-23, by F. Fatalism and Free Agency, reply to Fulton, Prof. C. C. Greek Reader, Flag Ship, by Rev. F. W. Taylor, Flying Roll, by Dr. Krummacher, Fosdick, D. Jr., on Toleration of France, Living Characters of, no- Free Agency, Fatalism, and Cause and Effect in connection with, re- G. Geology, Popular Lectures on, by |