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powerful advocacy. Independently, however, of its
political character, this periodical presents very consi-
derable claims to the support of the British public. Its
literary merits promise to be of the highest order.
The introduction to the present number contains some
very eloquent remarks on the " History and Politics
of Poland. The next paper gives a detailed account
of the religious persecutions to which that country has
been subjected under the Muscovite sway. The " Ge-
neral Review of Literature and Education" in Poland
introduces to our notice some very beautiful specimens
of poetry. The statistical details respecting the ex-
tent of the territory of Poland, and its population, seem
to have been collected with great care. We cannot,
however, conclude this notice without remarking that
the Polish Magazine is ultra radical and republican
in its politics.

In Essay on Food. By W. Grisenthwaite, Author
of a refutation of Paine's Age of Reason"—" New
Theory of Agriculture"—" Essay on Genius," &c.
London : Crofts. 1838.

In the language of the title page, in this essay
" the received doctrine of modern physiologists re-
specting the waste of the body is exploded—the cause
of animal heat is explained upon new principles—the
source whence nitrogen is derived by herbivorous
animals is established—general rules for the preserva-
tion of health are laid down—and the wisdom of the
Divine Economy in all is vindicated." . We have lipid
to add to this very explicit description of the contents
of this essay. The author, though not a professional
man, is evidently thoroughly acquainted with the sub-
ject on which he has undertaken to write. The me-
dical student will derive much valuable information in
its perusal, and be led, perhaps, to bestow more atten-
tion than has hitherto been paid to the subject of che-
mical physiology. The chief recommendation of the
work in our view is to be found in its practical sug
gestions, which are extremely valuable. The con
eluding remarks are especially deserving of attention.

A General Outline of the Animal Kingdom. By
Thomas Rymer Jones, F.Z.S. Illustrated by nu-
merous Engravings on Wood. Part 11. London :
' John Van Voorst, 1838.
The strictly scientific character of this important
work renders it one of the most valuable ever pub-
lished on the same subject. The publication of such
works as the present in the shape of cheap monthly
parts is highly commendable, as it places them within
the reach of the great bulk of the middle classes. In
the number before us we have a copious description of
animalcula infusoria—acaphalce—and sterelmintha.
The illustrative engtavings are beautifully executed.
Altogether, this work deserves, and we have no doubt
will obtain, the most extended support. It will form
an admirable substitute for more elaborate works on
natural history. •

Wilson's Tales of the Borders. Parts 50 and 51.
Edinburgh : Sutherland.
The more we see of this admirable series of "bisto-
rical,traditionary, and imaginative tales of the Borders
and of Scotland," the more are we delighted with its
character, and the more cordially do we feel called
upon to recommend it to the notice of our readers.
Some of the tales in the two numbers now before us
possess very considerable merit, and all of them will
be read with pleasure as well as profit. The moral
lessons which they develope constitute their highest
recommendation. These numbers contain the follow-
ing tales :—" Henry Hamilton"—" Lord Durie and
Christie's Mill"—" The Amateur Lawyers," (a capital
tale,)—" Gleanings of the Covenant"—" The Victim
of Vanity"—" The Palantines"—" The Mutiny at
Sea"—and " The Case of Evidence."

A Glance at State Affairs ; with a few Suggestions
to the Conservatives of Great Britain. By the
Author of "Thoughts on the State and Prospects of
Conservatism," &c. London : Mitchell., 1838.

• This admirable tract is from the pen of Mr. Sowler,
of Manchester, who has already rendered many signal
services to the conservative cause through the mediuur
of similar brief essays on the various topics which have
recently engaged the attention of the public. We re-
commend this excellent review of the policy pursued
by the Whig ministers to•the careful perusal of every
true lover of his country. We feel assured that no
one can candidly and honestly peruse its contents with-
out. feeling a deep conviction of the baseness and
treachery of the " contemptibles" now in office. This
tract ought to be extensively circulated among the
operatives in our large towns. It will serve to disa
buse them of many of their erroneous opinions and
unfounded prejudices. We are glad to find the pen
of the author continues to be so well employed.