New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1859-05-13
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Az II W " t<A VA n n " 4'ND'
GENERAL AND LOCAL BY A j. cooL'pCs and
h. MAKsrELo. Vol sSo, pp LOS Boston; A1''" j.
Coolidge
The industry and good judgment exhibited in the
composition OF this volume for it is evidently much
more than mere compilaton) ent,e To the favor.
able attention OF the people of New-England, and, as
far as We can Judge, make it valuable addition to
our works Of reference the geography and history
of that portion OF the country. IL ia distinguished
from the gazetteer in the funess and variety of its
historical details while ample space is also given to
local description statistics, and other topics Of geo.
graphical interest. The general history of New.
England is frat presented in brief summary, then
similar account of each OF the States, ana finally q
description Of the different counties aud towns, ar
ranged in alphabetical order, under the respective
States TO which they belong Without being ex-
tended TO wearisome proixity, the notices embody
large amount of information, and Of the kind that
would naturally be expected by those who consult
the work for practical purposes Great pains have
been taken TO perfect accuracy OF statement,
although Improvements and corrections for future
editions may doubtless be suggested by readers per-
sonaly conyersant with special localities. For in.
stance under the head of Hamver, ~ H., it is stated
that Dartmouth College had its origin in the Indian
school at Stock bridge Mass established by John
Sargent; while the usual account Is that il
grew ont of the Indian school at Lebanon,
Conn, founded by the Rev. Eleazar Whee-
lock, who afterward became the 6rst Pres-
dent Of the College We find coca. ional spec-
men If fine writing, which contrasts unpleasantly
with the pre- ailpg simplicity and good taste Of the
style. TITUS, under Bratt borough, W., speaking Of
Cunneciicot River the writer gives the following
burst Of eloqu.uce which is altogether too sublime
for the occasion: The Indian tina, walked along the
margin of tlis noble river, sdnnx bis stately form
reflected its glossy BORON, has left his berogyph-
icr upon the rocks. Grating the tine wbentbe
antere6herds the occupants Of the SOIL and the
eagle, soaring high IN the heavens. W nged his way
over the fore,t." Under Rutland, W., personal de-
tells are revived that are wholly superhuous, and
cap BIZ of no general interest. Keene, N. is de-
.crbed a proud little spot'-an expression rather
too indefinite fer geography. These, however, arc
riyis blemisbes in awork which possesses autheotio
Claims to approval and which IL highly creii,abe to-
the enterprise, energy and Intelligence OF lie eftor'
In this volume We hay. only the States Of Maine,
New-IIsmpshre and Vermont ind the remaining
States will be described in q subsequent volane.
When con pleted the work will be found an indlspeps-
able book uf ference aud viii undoubtedly make IL
WALL STREET TO CASHMERE A Jova..L o. yys
YEAks ~ ASIA, AERIcA, AID EcsofE. BY JoHs b. lag.
syo. pp 55 y. A. RDlo l. Co.
The interest of this volume 10 derived principally
from the original illu,ira'ions from sketches msde
the spot, and the nimiable fsnkness with which tho
reader is received into the confidence Of the author.
II IL taken for granted that the trivial personal
details Of consequence than the general 10
formation which has been pretty well exhausted by
previous travellers while the little nothIngs Of daily
experience at least have the merit Of originality.
The author has the candor 10 inform that he wrote
without any view to publication, and he has kindly
given 10 the world what intended only for the
family circle 10 point Of establishment and typog.
rapby the volume does great credit to the enterprise
and liberality Of the publishers.
SONGS OF THE CHURCH. BY GroncE C. DAVIS. i2as.
pp 80. D-lisssr ProcteT.
A Lew collection Of the psalms and hymns Of tue
Epl-co pal Church. arranged TO appropriate melodies
snd forming complete choral service for the church.
Tie materials are derived, for the most part, from
the father. If English psalmody and church music,
ard wrought mp into convenient manual, re.
skate for its completeness and excellent arrange
ment.
THE SPY. By: TssIxOEE CooSLs. liao. Pr. 4a Wa
TowE-pdk Co.
The unrivsIed illustrations Of this edition by Mr..
barley sive each successive volume new interest,
~ i sues from the press. The artist has caught the
very spirit Of the author in his characteristics designs
which are reproduced with excellent effect by the
'k Of the engsver In every respect this beautiful
library edition deserves 10 be in the hands of the al.
Iriren Of Fehinore Cooper.