New-York tribune., 1866-12-01
NEW PUBLICATIONS.
BOOKS OF THE WEEK.

eee hold and attractive STYLE and expresses bis opinions
without fear OF favor perhaps not without prejudice lie
presents the subjects OF his poralture IN undress
aiming illustrae their personal traits OF Character, ~
weh as their military qualities. HIS book sOoau- -
anecdotes and descriptions relating 70 persons nnu
hat had come under his observation as an sy &c dSers
nnCathese will probably interest the maJony ol
moro than his criticisms Of mil tary m4yeheh G % T M
Sections on political affairs pup'i'H'u y N"f
Brothersl
: Ticknor & Fields have Published q new ednon OF
Tennyson comprising all bis poems IN small DuI Gear
type, in q neat pocket vonme'
Kav BROTHER have added to their extensive catalogue
~ law notifications now volume 1.-THE Law OF New
Trials" by Francis Hilliard
The latest productions of the young Scottish poet,
Robert Buchanan are published in volume entitled
"London Poems" by Alexander Suahen.
b "The Character of Jesus Portrayed by Professor
BchCnk Of Heidelberg has been translated into English,
By Dr. W. H. FurDess, aud publishedby Little, Brown &
Co. Tie volume is accompanied with an elaborate pre-
ssce and notes by the translator presenting his own views
on the subee under discussion which differ in many i'm
porant points from the eoneluslons OF the VOTE @
In the opinion Of Dr. FuIness the facts IN th e OF J
were OF such transcendent significance and power, th
they necessarily rise to the various records Of 4 DIS
torJ which, though imperfect in FORM bear the stamp OF
. profound reality upon their face. lie differs rom
Strauss, IN holding to the historical element m inc ne"
Testament narratives although he does not deny te va
hdty Of his method He admits that myths and ieDes as
surely accompanying greet events OF history tha ehgheh
and kldle the souls OF men, the eXhaatiOas OF the
earth attend the presence OF the sun. Bul Srilas
suffers nothing to pass, however natural and credible,
without the mythical brand and reso vcs the whole history
into air. leaves ground for hs own theory tosand upon
and virtually assumes that the mind Of man ls more III
terested fiction than in fac Professor Schenke takes
simar point Of view in his original and profound DIS
tussions lie aryEs that since the image of Christ as
handed down by tho Gospels disappear according to
Strauss motley series OF crude tances when spang
mp amid tie enthusiastic eyos OF the primitive Christian
Hge there is higher task for Christian wisdom ban 20
gather from the written records hand real idea OF
Christ faithful TO the original, and OF genuine historical
truth The amateurs Of theological study will lind mueh
70 arouse their attention in the researches and reasoungs
of this vOame whatever opinion they may form IN regard
70 itseoDolusons.
"The Constitutional Convention, is the title Of large
volume, Just issued by c. scribner Co.. from the pen
ofJudgo John Alexander Jameson of Chicago, devoted to
an exhaustive consideration Of the history, powers, and
modes Of proceeding Of the organization which enacis the
fundamental Law under the American system OF GoyeIp
Taves importance and the agthOr has treated them WIN
ibe political Learning, hoToughness OF research and com
Yrehensycnoss of statement which challenge the attention
ei scientific pubicsts.
The Acts of the Apostles by G, V. Lecher ID,
forming the Fourth Volume OF Langes Commentary on
tbe New Testament" edited by DIR. Philip Schaf Is
translated by Professor Charles F. echaefer, ID. D.
and published by Z. Senbner q Co. pr Leenler l
Is fevOrably known by variOns theological Wofks
especially The Apostolic and Post Apostolic Age,
Fhich have won high reputation among the learned Of
Europe. The homiloueil and practical portions ol the
volume have been prepared by Dr. Gerok o Stuttgart oe
bf the admirable pulpit orators in Germany and VINO
also holds no MEAN rank as popular religious poet Much
valuable matter has been added TO the volume by the
American translator, comprising large collection Of
SaIlous readings as supplement TO those introduced py
exegece notes derived from the best recent authorities
The work is highly ereditable 10 he wide and exact
scholarship Of the translator, and VIII doubtless recon-
mend itself 10 the public favor which lss been accorded
70 The previous issues Of the series.
: The Fourth Volume OF The General History Of the
Catholic Church. by the Able Dartas, edited by Tie
sst Reverend Archbishop spadiDg embracing Che period
between - Pondfcate Of Leo X and the death Of Pope
SsnssiT 70 the vorp published by r Usnes me s,d a
with regard the history os the Roman Catholic Chuch
h the United States.
Records Of Ne Nev.YoIk Stasa.p by Joseph n
Ireland presents large collection of thecal reminis
cenees and sketches, covering space OF Nle more
than century. contains brief biographical notices Of
the principal eetors during that period description OF
Their Characteristic STYLES OF playing, ana variety Of
miscellaneous details relating to the progress OF the drama
IN this city, The author makes preensions skill in
literary handcraf and has not attempted 10 olobe his
abundant materials In the form Of graceful narrative.
Stl his simple unadomed statements may be read with
interest," not only those whose tastes aud habits make
by all who afe fond Of the odos Of The past which nge
among the excitements Of the day.
Mr.. p G. Headley has prepared volume entitled
" Massachusetts in the Rebellion, giving record Of the
historical position Of the Commonwealth and the services
b the leading statesmen hemiay the colleges and the
people in the war Of 1876 ItfurnisheR proud me-
moral of the patriotism and seEdevotedneEs Of the heroic
Massachusetts who bore the brun Of war in the fore
most scenes Of peril The Biographical sketches Of prom
tnent Inen IN civil and miltey life, well as Of thoseho
have left only the memory Of noble youthful promise
will be read With interest while the chronological nat
fatiye Of events furnishes helpful materials for the future
historian. Published by Walker, FuleT, y Coz r
: Iowa and the Rebellion" by Lurton Danham IngeE
sO OF which the second edition has Just been published
by j. b. Lppincott Co., is work Of similar import TO
that noticed above, presenting appropriate tribute TO
he western volunteers who contributed such large share
20 the conquest Of the Southern Rebels. IL forms we'll
ngested, consecutive account OF the operations Of tie
iowa troops, and gives impressive illustration Of the
tpint by which our national victories won, as well
rs OF the course Of historical events.
Dick & Fitzgerald have published The Paror Stage
by g. Annie Frost, comprising collection of charades
hnd proverbs intended for performance by small circles Of
friends in private parlors saooDs 'The Play Ground"
describing theoutdOo games for boys from hopscotch To
1eapfog; and Marines Hand Book Of Etoaette fir.
nshng an infallible guide 10 "true politeness and
giving the laws for good behavior at dinner parties hints
on the art of carving and taking wine at table, together
with the Rsages 70 be observed in the ballroom and
the street, or travelling, short complete outfit for e
manners of gentleman, except the latgral instincts ana
IL wy, ,scs ,ce no tailor q tel q teaise ear
supply; = - x5..sSs~$7S.. {. = a s4--.
- we have frOm Tekn0r & Fields, reprint Of Captain
Mayne Beids "Afoat in the Forest, lively narrative
Of South AQqrieat adyehture' and "stories Of Many
Lagas By Grace GREENWOOD Whe:e faeile pen Is always
1I hone IL entertaining childIeg. s-f IL EHSsS
trThe SaSstqs5y,D by Ge55ffEe wsid Nichols story
kouAded on the pe6n experience Of the author in the
ar the Rebellion is published BY Harper q Brothers.
& "skirruishng, a reprint Of an English novel by the
author Of Who Breaks rays, s issued by Leypoldt
holt
:. Cur Fresh and salt Tutor by Vieux Moustaebe,
Asr,ve of ,usenile adventure in the oden time the
.t oo.,f of Massachusetts, is a new story by very