The daily union. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1845-1857, 1849-12-07

| Georges. BY JosKrH EDMOND RIDDLE and the REV.
/ Thomas r. ARNOLD First American edition, edited by
/ CHARLEs AsTHoN, LII. d. Large syo DID, 1854 Harper
/ &c Brothers, publishers. New York.
| In the short space which we are able to devote to
notices Of new books we shall be wholly unable to do
justice to the merits OF the great work before us II
the result of many years of hard and unng labor on
the part Of its learned comple, whose profound erdi
ton is displayed upon every page II by far the most
perfect and comprehensive English Latin Lexicon that
has yet appeared, and will be hailed by the classical
student the most valuable aid which has yet to
his relief in his attempts to master the incacies of the
Latin tongue. The American editor, himself most dis
nguished classical scholar, in his preface remarks in
reference to this work. that 1--WE have had. in fact
work before this, the subject, in the English
language, at all deserving Of being compared with the
present and is to be hoped that the wretched COM
pations which have hitherto been used will be now
completely discarded. No teacher, indeed, retain
them after this who is conscientious in his vocation and
sincere in his efforts for the improvement Of his pupils"
To this high testimony from one Of the most distinguished
classical scholars OF this country would be unnecessary
to add anything, il our acquaintance with the subject
and our time for critical investigation sufficient 10
qualify us to venture opinion upon the merits OF this
erude work Professor Anthem has added to the work
copous dictionary OF proper names derived from the
best sources, which greatly enhances its value. This
work is indeed most valuable benefaction to the
student and classical scholar, and will take pre-emi-
rank among the improved educational books of the
present age.
History Of Nsw York from the bsginnag of the World to
the end of the Dutch Dynasty. BY DEIDRIcH KsIcKER-
BOOKER George P. Putnam, publisher. New York.
OF the peculiar characteristics literary. merits of
Knckerbockers History Of New York, it is unnecessary
for this day to say single word Its exquisite hu-
NOR and its polished style have given il world wide
reputation It has been translated into many languages,
and everywhere received work of the first order of
merit in the department Of literature to which belongs
Ard
doubt much if its real author, Washington Irving bet
ter known than Dedrch Knckerbocker, esq., his nomms
de plume II was of the first works that gave char.
to American Bellies Lettres literature But our design
was to call the attention of the reading public to the
really splendid style in which the present edition has
been got out by the publisher II printed in the highest
style OF the art and typographical chef dGuure it is
not to be beaten in this any other country Besides
it is illustrated with seventeen beautiful engravings on
steel, from designs by Felix O. c. barley, which are not
to be exceled in exquseness Of finish They reflect the
highest credit upon the genius of Mr. barley OF course
they are OF humorous character and fail 10 pro-
woke the sbes of the sedate admirer of wit and art
| combined We hardly know which il entitled to the
palm of witthe author, the illustrator. The book
is designed by the publisher to take the place of the
ordinary description of ANIMALS gift book, for
which it is admirably adapted. We are grati6ed to
see effort like this the part Of the enterprsing
publishers OF this country, to substitute for the hack
got up in style OF beauty equal if not superior
to the best class of annual gfbooks. which they are
intended to supersede If any desires to present to
friend gift which will be sure to make him remem-
bered for twelve month"; at least he has only to pro-
vide himself with this edition Of Knckerbockers history
Oliver Goid'mth. Il Biography. BY WASHINGTON IRVING
with Illustrations. George P. Putnam, publisher, New
York
Having noticed the first edition OF this book when
appeared, Is unnecessary for TO say anything
OF its literary merits, further than add that it has been
most favoraby received by the reading public, and is on
all sides admitted to be work highly cedtable to its
distinguished author. and most valuable addition the
literature OF the country. The present edition appears
IN the same beautiful and splendid dress as that in
which knickerbockers history has recently made its ap
pearance, and also intended gftbook for the ap-
preaching holidays II is beautifully printed, and EN-.
oeilshed with numerous engravings illustrative of some
interesting scene described by the author Being work
OF intrinsic value in ITSELF and appearing in costume so
beautiful and inviting cannot fail to commend itself as
an appropriate remembrancer among friends.
Famiiy Pictures from the Bible. BY Mrs. ELLKr George
+. Putnam, publisher, New York.
is but few days since we noticed the plain edition
OF this book. II now makes its appearance in more
fascinating form, having been printed and illustrated in
the same style OF beauty with the two works last pre-
cedng Ii contains twelve exquisite engravings on Steel
from paintings OF the most distinguished masters, illus.
aiive OF the history OF of the families described in
the work. OF course is Of religious cast and is EN-
nenty fitted as gifbook for such persons as may pre-
fer work Of graver character than those we have Just
previously mentioned
All these three works UNREASONABLE witnesses in
favor OF the sagac and enterprise of the publisher Mr.
Putnam, 10 whose press American Literature is indebted
for many OF its richest and most valuable contributions
The Wsst1m World Travels 10 the United States IN
lS46-H trhibrg them IN their latest Development, So
eiai political and imdtsriai aeisdWg chapter Gal
1ormid. BY ALEXANDER MAcKAY vols limo, PIP. 3l2,
3l6. Lea blanchard publishers, Philadelphia.
English travellers who have visited the United Staies
have, their return written much Islander and cal
jimmy about aad our institutions, that take
up English book Of travels in America without ex
pectng 10 find more less OF spleen and prejudice
pressed in their pages against and much downright mis-
representation Of country, institutions, and society
Lately, however British travellers getting wise,
il not honest. and begin to do us justice Some OF
them have been quite liberal for Englishmen; among
whom we may name the eminent geologist, Lyell and
yet he saw but one party and phase Of society in
the United States He seemed to be impressed with the
idea that the federal party included all the politicians in
the country Of rank and eminence and that Boston
tanned pretty much all the decent society in the United
States Mr. Mackays work, we happy TO say, Is Of
different character II presents very impartial and in
teresng, but not profound view Of country, govern
ment, institutions laws, society, and manners; and be-
longing to the liberal progressive party in England, he
found its counterpart in the United States He became
conscious thatthere democratic party here and that
il embraced many OF talents and distinction we'll
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