New-York daily tribune. [volume] (New-York [N.Y.]) 1842-1866, 1859-10-29
hImorRs on TIE LIVE OF JAMES wtLson. .sN
Bv JAsrs HlsILros. D. d. limo ps' ~ essst
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The subjec< Of this memoir younger broth~ u
the famous Christopher North, was distns uished to-
bis s,tainments 10 modern sciepce, especially 10
Zoology, in which department he occupied shist
rank amopg Brtish nsturalists Addicted to the rsa
ouil pursuit Of his favoite studies. his eKtsrna he
was free from exciting Incidents and pissenb no
comm on points Of interest TO the biographical reader
His persons character however, wa rch in attractive
ouaities, and in this view, the volume before vii
amply reward perusal. 1t Preserts winning exsa-
ME Ct life. sipgularly devoid Of ambition, 6adsy
the highest content in the domestic circle OF u.
.po,.ed honor and integrity and absorbed in tue re-
searches Of science, from genuine love OF the pur.
srit. rather than from the desirs OF smoumen, u
fame. The narrative of his biography, IN spite Of
FREQUENT traces Of sfectaon, and passion to- Liter
ary display is on the whole agreeable, though - a
deb,ed for its attractions TO the character OF ssu@
iect more than to the simplicity or good tssts Oh tau
writer.
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The impressions Of Q rapid European tour nA'ey
traveller Of rare scueness OF ooser'auon ene renss-
ett of TASTE are preserved in this Agreeable YOU ns
Alaough most of the scenes which engages hsf a.
teptiop, have been described by hundred previous
uaty than for its livelness and traces of high cal
turs' Tho writer was evidently well informed With
regard to the leading objects Of interest before shs
.ommeoced ter Journey; che o.es little time in a,t.s
ten 10 trivial and unworthy objects; and with no a.
f.ctation of vivscity or fine writing presents 'aets
suits Of iudicious and intelligent observation in s1yh
which may well be deemed q model for IL elegant
transparent, and vigorous English. Her work 10 ~
TO be classed with the swarm Of ephemsral trsvc,s
which have NO interest beyond the circle Of s3mrps
friends, but with the few truly excellent authorities
which the tourist selects - the companions OF bic
vapdsripgs. or the student reserves for caretd
perussl at the iresde.
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In these companion volumes the juvenile library
has received valuable accession. They are devoted
TO the commemors.ion Of come of the men, Who iron
an obsoure position, have reached an eminent hight
Of wealth and social importance; and OF women, VIE
have presented signsl examples Of feminine eKest
lsncs The narratives are naturally sketchy and g.
pe,fcisl in their character; but they written is
spirited manner; and not only present much usefS
information but are well suited to interest the Do
nestle circle.
RuNKLE; OF, 1859. Rison Phnnsy
This excellent scientific journal is hereafter to BE-
published in New-York, although it will continusk
b prepared in Cambridge under the superiutendsnss
of the present editor whose pat success in its maa
agsment furnishes an ample guaranty for its future
utility. 1t has already enlisted the aid Of emineat
mathematical writer's both in this country and u
England, and not only affords instructive study 70
the votares Of the scieLce. but illustrates its progress
as branch Of education.
HISTORICAL INDICATIONS: A. DIscovsss g rs
PROVINCE AND USES OF BAPTIST HISTORY. BY 0wAL
s CvrTIsc lamo PIP "a aou!a Lincoln Nsw'f'ss
Sheldon l. Co.
The substance of this volume is contained in dis'>
course delivered by the author at the annversaryd
the Newton Theological Institution II presents
variety of curious historical details, some Of the most
striking ofwbch pertain to the character and poHhoa
Of the Ansbsptists ct the epoch of the RsormstioG
Tho volume Is enriched with several sppendiKss
containing valuable historical notes, and ancient
fessons of faith.
THE PALACE OF THE GREAT KING. By the Rev. Hot
LIS Read. I2mo. PIP. 4os. G. Sonbasr.
The author of this volume is already favorsby
known to the public by his works " India and her
People," " Commerce and Christianity" and othsca
which have given him the reputation of wellnformsd
nd judicious writer. He has here undertaken h
lustrate the bounty and wisdom Of Divine Providence
reference to striking facts in physical science. A.
hough he pursues beaten track, he treats his sub
ect with freihness and interest.
TIE BOOK OF THE FIRST AMERICAN CHESS CON
GREsS By DANIEL WILLARD FIsgg II. A. i3ns
pp. SIS. kndd & Carleton.
In addition to the complete details with regard 10
the proceedings Of the great asssmblage Of chsss
players which took place 10 this city two years sinos
this volume contains several interesting essays ilN
tratve of the history Of the game and biographical
sketches of some of its distinguished amateurs. A
considerable portion Of the contents is devoted 10 H.
cdeLts in the history of American Chess, forming
readable and often spicy narrative.
BRITISH NoyELIsTs AND THEIR STYLES By D,"s
MASON, n. A. l2mo PIP sl2 Gould Lincoln
The principal British novelists, from Swirl and Defcs
to Thscksray and Dickens, form the subject Of this
series of lively and genial though superficial crticsms
Compared with Thackersys discussions Of several Of
tho same authors, they are shallow in the extreme
nor do they arrest the attention by any appearance Of
originality, either Of thought expression. Delv-
cred, In the irst instance, lectures to Q populsr
audience, they deal largely in literary gossip withos.
furnishing many suggestions Of permanent value.
POEMS BY JAMES CLARENCE MAN0AN. With Biz.
Esphiesl Introduction BY JoHs Mitchell Emo Ps w.
p. n Hsvery.
The soul Of true poet 10 revealed in these remark
able compositions, although most Of them purport oaly
to be translations Of Of the most celebrated Ger
man master pieces. Mr.. Mitchell asserts that 81 s
has never yet met cultivated Iish man woman. OF
genuine Irish nature, who did not prize Clarence
Mspgan above al the poets that their island Of song
ever nursed.' The biography Of the poet, prefrsd 10
fhA xolnme In a falA Of tragic nafhoa.