New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1850-05-15

nm Internal zest to his story. nor does he rely ftr
the strength Of his style "a the writings OF the
English language in 4 convtlsion it, He deserves
c1mmendation for his abstinence from vicious
sources OF excitement and for the general good
taste and sound moral tone OF his narrative
Many of the characters which hgure in the WORK
are described with a good deal of energy the
evenness of the story is often enivened with some
happy hit and occasional scenes are presented
shown talent Of a hgher order than would be sus-
pected from the poverty of constructive skill which
marks the volume as a whole. Toe reader VITO
finishes " Moneypenny' viii be apt to receive
favorable impression of its merits, for in spite Of
Numerous dull passages, it awakens an interest rs
you proceed, and though it cannot lay claim to
much invention artistic power, it is free from
balderdash and immortality. (New-York Dewitt
& Davenport. svo PIP. 27o)
" ESTABLISH The PURITAN" is a tale Of the
American Revolution, issued under the nom de
p'rrqe. we suppose. ofELDRED GRAYsoS, Esq. and
dedicated 70 no less fesh and blood reality than
our excellent friend Of the Knickerbocker, LEWIS
GsrLoRp CLARK. The scene of the story is laid
in New York and its vicinity, at the breaking out
of the Revolutionary War, and the numerous re-
miniscences and traditions of that period are made
use of for the construction Of the narrative, with
very considerable success. The author evidently
possesses the power Of quick and accurate obser-
vation he understands the grouping of characters,
60 as to command the interest of the reader; and
with a keen perception Of the ridiculous and q
lively satircal vein, he has produced a work.
.,;ta NJ many faultx nj arra nd
STYLE is creditable to bis talents for fictitious COM
position. He INDUCES too freely in abstract
reflections is often guilty Of exaggeration for the
sake of effect, and clothes his conceptions with a
certain Doric LONELINESS which at length, wearies
by its monotony. Still, his book will find many
readers, and will well reward their attention.
(NeS.York: Harper Brothers l2mo. PIP. 1901
IT, "TALBor AND VERNON" is the title Of
new novel. which gives favorable opinion of the
ability of the anonymous lauthor. 1t is written
with the ostensible purpose of illustrating the
strength Of circumstantal evidence, though it is
free from the dry and didactic tone which usually
ruins the attempt to inculcate a specific moral in
work Of fiction. The narrative abounds with stir
ring incidents which keep alive the curiosity OF the
reader; and the approach to the denouement by
means Of lawsuit is managed with great acute
ness and acquaintance with professional subtleties.
The scene opens in one Of the Western cities, aud
is afterward transferred to the camp of Gen. Tay-
lor, in Mexico. With quick eye for the beauties
of nature, the author introduces many agreeable
descriptions Of the Mexican landscape, following
the course of the Mexican troops to the decisive
battle of Buena Vista. We have little doubt, from
the excellent promise of this produ ,ton, that we
shall hear Of the unknown author in still more
successful contributions to the literature Of his
country (New-York: Baker & scribner. l2mo.
PIP. 5l3)
~ LETTERS or TRAVELLER; OR, NOTES OF
THINGS SEEN IN EUROPE AND AMERICA" by
WILLIAM CULLEN BRYANT. collection Of let
tiers, the greater part of which have already sp-
peared in print, written at various times, during
the last sixteen years. and during journeys made
in England, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Cuba,
and the United States They contain many lively
sketches Of natural scenery, descriptions Of cee
brated localities pictures of domestic society and
criticisms on important works OF art. A great
mass of interesting information is here embodied,
composing work Of permanent and more than
ordinary value. The style is remarkable for its
chasteness, precision, and condensed energy,
agreeable to the majority of readers. The work
is printed on paper and type of uncommon beauty,
almost equalling the luxury of the best London
editions New York g. P Putnam. l2mo. PIP 4l2.)
THE GOSPEL ITS OWN ADVOCATE" by GEORGE
GRIFFIN, LL.D.-A Treatise the Evidences
Of Christianity by a distinguished jurist, show
ing a familiarity with the usual course of argu-
inert on the subject, and happy talent for set
ting forth the results Of learned research with rhe
torical effect. The author appears to be better
acquainted with the objections to Divine revelation
alleged by such writers Hume and Gibbon,
which are now somewhat out Of date, than with
the more subtle and dangerous scepticism of the
present century. This work is not adapted to re.
heve the difficulties Of theologans by profession,
but will be read with interest by numerous caItva.
ted persons Of both sexes who desire 10 obtain an
agreeable refreshment to their faith. 1t seems TO
have been particularly intended FOX this class.
(New-York: d. Appleton Il Co. l2mo. PIP. 352)
z The LonGSErTE," by an o pera. Goer, has
won nattering reputation for its quiet, mischev-
Gus humor its lively sketches OF fashionable olies,
its shrewd delineatons Of character and it's maste
ny of graceful, transparent, healthy English style.
1t speaks well for the versattyof literary talent
among us, that nearly score ofthe critics Gotham
have had the credit Of its paternity. The author |
has no reason TO be ashamed Of bis production. A |
second series is announced by Stringer Towns
end. of which we have the first number. devoted |
to the mysteries Of May Moving and the still |
profound mysteries Of the Polka aud the Polkists.
e. Hs NEw-EsGLAsDER," May an able |
number Of rich ard vigorous periodical, with |
articlea ON Il. w. Emerson. Henry Giles. Dr. Chal |