The Sun.
London, England, 1864-06-01 00:00:00

strangely connected without knowing it. An essay on
" Capital Punishment" support@ the arguments in favour
of its retention in our statute book, and observes that the
danger of the present day arises rather from too great pity
for the criminal than from too severe condemnation of the
crime.

UNITED SERVICE.—The " United Service" com•
mences with an article on " Naval Tactics," in
which a contrast is drawn between the ancient mode
of naval warfare and that which must of necessity
result from the introduction of steam power. We
believe, however, notwithstanding the proposed plan
of forming ships in edtelon or double ecliclon like a body of
troops, as proposed for the future modus operandi, when a
naval action takes place, that the chances of succms must
after all depend upon the ability and prmiptitude of the
captains, and the daring of the crews. " Oswald Hastings ;
or, the adventures of a Queen's Aide-de-camp," by W.
W. Knollys, is continued, The hero of the tale, after
quarrelling with his would-be patron, and falling in love
with his daughter as described in a preceding chapter,
enlists, and is eventually promoted. The story is written
in the present approved sensation style, and will no doubt
command many admirers. Lieutenant A. Steinmetz's clever
papers on the " Soldier's Why and Because," are proceeded
with, and in that now before us we find some remarks on
the theoretical principles of drill, and the chief battalion
movements, exemplified in battle. A chapter on the
" Prussian Invasion of France, in 1792," contains much
interesting matter. The writer has a thorough knowledge
of his subject, and shows how a divided command and
conflicting interests can render a grand army powerless even
when opposed to raw levies. A glance at the history of this

rale.4.ok,foi2l,l).ooowed the ?,otes4 d
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may be the fate of the most arrogant of European monar-
chies, should the interests of France again induce her
legions to cross the Rhine. " Military Engineering of the
Ancients," is continued, and cites many remarkable in-
stances of gigantic fortifications in earlier days. The army
estimates are discussed, and we have also a lengthened
notice of the recently published life of Sir William Napier,
the renowned author of the " History of the Peninsular."
Tin; experiments at Shoeburyness, The Invasion of Den-
mark, and the Conference, are among the remaining
subjects.

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(20LBURN'S NEW MONTHLY.—A lengthened
article on the subjugation of Cochin-China opens
this number, and anticipates the opening of a
lucrative commerce in rice by the French in those
quarters, and believes that our continental neighbours will
occupy the same position in these districts as we do at Sin-
gapore and other placee, as "the armed guardians of a
pacific trade." Sir Nathaniel meditates on the character
of Mrs. Pardiggle, with which the readers of " Bleak
House" are familiar. The manufactory of Dresden China
is the subject of sn interesting paper, and Cyrus Redding
gives us his opinion on "Denmark and her Spoilers,"
which seems to be very much in accordance with the popu-
lar view. " Strathmore" is proceeded with at length, and
the other stories in the number are also continuations.
BENTLET.—Tho editor's story of the fortunes of
John Law, the famous adventurer, is still cccupy-
ing the principal position of this magazine. Law
is now at the height of Court favour and popula-
rity, but the tide of his success is soon to tarn when
he will test the truth of his flattering friends in a
manner more instructive than agreeable. Crowds of cour-
tiers appear upon the scene, and the gay and brilliant ca-
pital engrossed by the mania for speculation is vividly
described. Mrs. Bashby continues her interesting domestic
story of " Mesalliance," from the Danish, and at the pre-
sent epoch it will attract many readers from its pictures of
home life in Denmark. "Up in Jutland", is as its name
implies, a sketch of the state of affairs in that unhappy
province. " Mr. Grimshaw's Little Love Affair" proceeds
in Mr. Costello's usual style, and Francis Jacox supplies
a commentary on Juliet's famous question, " What's in a

name."

TEMPLE BAR.—" The Doctor's Wife" becomes
more exciting in this number. The chapters are
entitled the first and second " Warnings," which
briefly but emphatically heralds their purport.
Roland Lanedell's character is very well defiaed,
and Mrs. Gilbert becomes more foolish than ever.
The position of all parties has become painful and
perilous, but like many such dilemmas the chief actors have
carved out their own misfortunes by wont of hoed to their
ways. Both Mr anti Mrs Gilbert made a foolish marriage,
and Mr Raymond ought to have known better than to have
upheld and countenanced such a plan, It is not likely
that the simple but touching words of the old gardener,
any more than the staid and sober homily of Mr Rsymoud,
will produce any effect on such undisciplined minds as those
to whom they were addressed. "The Streets of the World"
this month brings before 115---" Munich ; or, The Maximil-
lienstrasse," to use its more grandiloquent term, and like all
these descriptions, serves to convey a graphic sketch of the
place referred to, in a humorous style, and with many
parenthetical allusions. There is an interesting article on
"David Garrick," in which it is truly remarked that the
glory of an actor is most transient, and it is only with men
of genius like Garrick who impress the spirit of their gene-
ration that the histrionic fame can last. The admirers of
this celebrated man will be pleased with the definition here
given of him. As an actor he was without a rival in
his own time, and for versatility he has never
since been equalled. " Broken to Harness" con-
tinues its complicated narrative, whetein we meet with
some smart sketches of life. " Paid in Full" is also pro-
ceeded vrith. The readers of this periodical are liberally
supplied with exciting works of fiction. In this tale Led-
bitter pursues the "noiseless tenour of his way," and is
holding on to the desired day of his deadly revenge. "De
Mortuis" is an entertaining sketch which resuscitates old
glories, and restores for an interval departed wonders to our
notice. Some verses entitled " Song" are very bright and
pleasing, and would, doubtless, be well adapted for music.
" The Long Bow in India" refers to some exaggerations re-
garding society and other matters over there. Some various
subjects of interest and importance complete the contents
of this number, which presents a gretet diversity.
MACMILLAN.—Two continued stories divide
the interest of the lovers of fiction, the first being
unquestionably the most exciting and n: iginal, the
second the most reflective and natural, 1\79 tale
from the pen of the author of " Ravenshoe" couLl
fail to be graphic and enthralling, bat the interest in
this " Story of Two Families" is extremely complicated in
its nature, and it would puzzle an experienced novel reader
to unravel the mysteries of the plot. Troubles are thick-
ening around the Burtons, and thickening, too, around the
Hillyars, for old Sir George dies suddenly in an
apoplectic fit, leaving a family feud behind him,
none the less deadly that it is all on one
side. The seventh part of "A Son of the Soil," the
other story, shows us a new phase in its hero's life. His
generous endeavour to save the life of his rival has pro-
duced an illness which threatens to rob life of all its charms
to the sturdy young Seotchman. The novelty of the trial
gives the author the opportunity of making Colin indulge
in some of those speculations on the strange problems of the
inequalities of life and fortune, which sometimes perplex
the firmest faith, only to be solved by the experience which
teaches us to know our own short-sightedness. Mr Ilawer-
ton gives us the second part of his article on " A Little
French City," and describes the consecration of a bishop in
the Cathedral of Seuz in full detail, besides telling us the
manner of scholastic education in the Luce a in that town.
Readers of Macmillan will be gratified at the sight of a
poem bearing the honoured name of Longfellow, but we
must confess that "The Kalif of Baldacca " bears no special
evidence of the genius of its author. "Biography at a
Discount" is the title of a paper which contains some
amusing strictures on the biographical mania of a former
generation, which reminds ns of the child's query, " Where
were all the bad people buried." The writer of this article
is, however, inclined to attribute the present dcficency of
memorial works to many various causes. He thinks that
it is principally owing to our growing wants of veneration
for each °theft to the wide diffusion of education which
raises men more te a level, and to the eager pursuit of
money-making which Wallows up the greater part of our
enthusiasm.
LONDON SOCIETY.— shzeholders of joint.stock
companies will read the opening
paper with very
uncomfortable feelings—that is to sa.T.• if they ac-
cept its merciless sketch of " How they gt::: up a
Company" as a true and faithful representation.
Pieasure seekers by the sea side may learn what 1
unknown delights await them in the domains of Neptune
by reading an entertaining essay, " In the Water," which
animadverts very strongly on the national neglect of swim-
ming. We do not, however, go so far as our author, who
reckons among the advantages of popular proficiency in thin
useful and healthful art the hope of establishing social ren-
dexous in the sea, and we very much question how far such
a notion would adapt itself toEnglish ideas. " Our Croquet
Party" gives an amusing account of the startling success of
a novice who found himself a croquet player 2nalgre lei
and " searching for summer quarters," depicts in graphic
terms the miseries of lodging hunting. The recital ends
by giving the very sensible advice to intending emigrants
from town to proceed at once to the place they fix upon and
there to secure the best thing vacant, instead of distracting
themselves with impossible projects for getting a settlement
beforehand, The two principal papers in the number are
continued with their accustomed spirit. The sixth chapter
on " The Merchant Princes of England " tells of the for-
tunes of the Hawkinses of Plymouth, one of whom, the Si r_
John IraW:tins of Elizabeth's reign, is famous in national