This first volume furnishes indications that, when completed, this will be an elegant work, delivered to the reader at a moderate price, and in a form that shall be at once portable in size, and highly respectable in appearance. REVIEW.-Nights of the Round Table, or THIS volume contains three tales the Quaker Family, The two Scotch Williams, and The Little Ferryman. They are all written with spirit and discernment; and, though amusing in themselves, the moral instruction they contain is far more valuable than the entertainment they afford. We cannot, however, avoid thinking, that the language, which aims at familiarity, sometimes degenerates into provincialisms, and even into vulgarities: which a little care might have prevented. The Quaker Family embraces many social and domestic topics. In some places the individuals appear before us as ludicrous characters, and many eccentricities which they display involuntarily excite our smiles. Nothing, however, is introduced to betray any dereliction of permanent principle, or to defeat that stability of purpose to which every thing in this tale is rendered subor dinate. But, amidst these entertaining excellencies, the round table extends not its circumference beyond the boundaries of our probationary sphere. Neither the Quaker Family, the Scotch Williams, nor the Little Ferryman, seem to know any thing of a future state; and the writer has carefully avoided every aperture through which any rays of light might enter. In a work like this, we should not, indeed, either expect, or wish to find, any thing like sermonizing; but our aversion is still greater to a servile spirit, which, to accommodate itself to the taste of a degenerate age, seems ashamed to acknowledge the light which beams from an eternal world. This book certainly does not contain any thing derogatory to the belief of an hereafter, but it speaks not one word in its favour. The curtain is closely drawn, as though nothing but a dreary nonentity lay beyond the grave. REVIEW.-Winter Lectures, a Series of Discourses illustrative of Divine Dispensation. By John Ely. 8vo. pp. 570. Westley and Davis. London. 1833. WE are introduced to these lectures by a long, but luminous and well-written preface. From this we learn their origin and character, and are taught by several hints what may be expected to meet our eye in a perusal of the volume. Thus prepared, we turned to its pages with no ordinary degree of expectation, and were rewarded with a more than ordinary degree of gratification. Some few of the lectures are founded on hacknied topics, such as the primeval state of man, and subsequent fall, which every novice thinks he is competent to handle. From these, however, the lecturer soon turns our attention to subjects that are less familiar, but equally interesting, and, by his language and ideas, diffuses a portion of vigour through what he advances, which imparts the elevation of its sentiments to the reader's thoughts. Several of those lectures involve subjects of considerable difficulty, such as Abraham called to offer up Isaac, the time and residence of Job, and the prophecy of Daniel respecting the Messiah. These difficulties he has met with magnanimity; and, in common with contemporaries and predecessors, has endeavoured to render them less formidable, by suggesting various modes of a practical solution. In none of these remarks is Mr. Ely's language common-place. His narrative he animates by a train of appropriate ideas, which follow in regular succession; his facts are subject; and, when attempting to peneenlivened by incidents connected with the trate futurity, the veil of mystery which is too heavy to be lifted, and too dense for light to penetrate, fills the mind with an idea of infinite grandeur, which no language can fully explain. In the course of these lectures, the author traverses nearly the whole round of Jew ish history, and adverts, as he proceeds, to the allusions in the sacred writings to the has recorded. On the visit of the Magi. facts which prophecy foretold, and history cians to Bethlehem, Mr. Ely has some very curious and original remarks. We do not mean to say that they are conclusive in their argumentative characters, but they sufficiently evince a strong and vigorous intellect, capable of penetrating a region which the eagle's eye hath never seen, and of exploring sources which sometimes. reward the diligent inquirer after truth with inestimable wealth. The fourteenth lecture relates to the miracles of Calvary, and in our opinion it is one of the best that the volume contains. With becoming minuteness and sagacity, the author pursues this constel lation of miracles through all its branches, and derives from the investigation, a most triumphant conclusion in favour of the character of Christ. The evidence thus adduced is gathered from the testimonies both of friends and foes; and how dissonant soever their motives might have been in recording the transactions, the result is finally the same- "Truly this was the Son of God." In conducting us through this process of examination, many incidental and collateral circumstances arise, to confirm the mission, and the expiatory sacrifice that he offered on the cross for the sins of all mankind. On this great doctrine, which involves the salvation of the human soul, the author keeps a steady eye, and whether historical fact, incidental occurrence, fulfilment of prophecy, or miraculous interposition, engross his attention, Christ, as a Prophet, Priest, and King, is never suffered to depart from his inquiries, nor pass through his pages, without leaving some pleasing memorial behind. Of Mr. Ely, we know nothing but through the medium of this volume, nor is it probable that we ever shall. But we find in this, convincing evidence that he is a man of talent, and possesses a mind peculiarly adapted for the elucidation of such subjects as he has chosen for his lectures. On an occasion like this, we rejoice to be able, most conscientiously, to recommend the work of a stranger, being fully convinced, that every reader will bear testimony to its intrinsic excellence. BRIEF SURVEY OF BOOKS. 1. The Magnet, penny numbers of the British Poets, (Watkins and Clarke, London,) commences with "Milton's Paradise Lost," We have received three numbers. The type is good, the printing clear and correct, and the paper excellent. The appearance is highly respectable; and, according to the editor's calculation, this immortal poem will be delivered complete, at the low price of one shilling and ninepence. 2. A Catechism of the Natural History of the Earth, by William Rhind, (Simpkin, London,) elicits, by its numerous and appropriate questions, much useful information on the phenomena and natural history of our planet. We have not, at any time, seen more genuine instruction compressed within so narrow a compass. It is a little book worthy the attention of all young persons. 3. A Catechism of Greek Grammar, by George Milligan, (Simpkin, London,) will, of course, be confined in its application to those who study this elegant and classical language. It is not exclusively adapted for the mere tyro in learning, but for others also, who are presumed to be acquainted with analogies, and the philosophical principles which form the basis of every tongue. 4. A Manual for the Afflicted, comprising a Series of Meditations and Prayers, &c., by T. Hartwell Horne, B.D., (Cadel, London,) will be favourably received by all who are attached to the ritual of the Church of England, while those of opposite views and feelings will condemn every species of prayer that is not extemporaneous. For our parts, we view this as a valuable manual, which we would strongly recommend to the notice of our readers. 5. Sermons, preached by Members of the Society of Friends, (Hamilton, London,) will be received as a novelty in theological literature. The reader must not imagine, that any of these discourses were written by the persons whose names they bear. The preface unfolds the mystery. From this we learn, that some "shorthand writer" attended the meetings, and took down, and published these discourses, without either the approbation or knowledge of their respective authors. In the Sermons themselves, we see little to admire, and less to blame. Seriousness, tenderness of spirit, and solemnity of exhortation, are everywhere apparent. If the Quaker Friends can derive no great honour from this publication, it is one that will confer upon them no disgrace. 6. Safe and Easy Steps towards an Efficient Church Reform, by a Clergyman of the Church of England, (Smith & Co., London,) like most other plans, contains much that is practicable, and many things that are guarded by insurmountable obstacles. How plausible soever schemes of this kind may appear in hypothesis and theory, every one knows, that when reduced to practice, the land of Utopia begins to appear. The time, we expect, is near at hand, when church reform will become a serious legislative question. 7. Exercises adapted to Hiley's English Grammar, &c., by Richard Hiley, (Simpkin, London,) may be said to exhibit a good imitation of Murray; not in fact and example, but in construction, relation, and general character. The sentences and phrases given for correction, are both numerous and useful; and, to a reader acquainted with the rules, the emendations required, will be attended with little dif ficulty. 8. A Voice on the Waters; addressed to Seamen, (Hamilton, London,) presents a pleasing companion to seriously disposed sailors, while navigating the unfathomable deep. The subjects appear to have been suggested by maritime occurrences, many of which are spiritualized in a striking manner. The book displays an amiable spirit, and much seriousness in its admonitions and addresses. 9. Selections from the Old Testament, on the Religion, Morality, and Poetry of the Hebrew Scriptures, by Sarah Austin, (Wilson, London,) range over an extensive field, and embrace subjects that are at once momentous and interesting. These selections are judiciously classified, but we think it would have been a great improvement, if the fair authoress had stated from what portions of scripture her lessons had been taken. To young readers it will be of incalculable advantage, to learn, from a concentration of passages, what the sacred writers have advanced in favour of the truths they inculcate; and this information, to a considerable extent, the volume before us supplies. 10. Initia Latina in Usum Schola Levishama, (London,) will be found useful to various grades of pupils, who are acquiring a knowledge of the Latin tongue. The author seems well acquainted with the task he has undertaken, and we sincerely wish him a suitable remuneration for his labours. 11. Narrative of the Conversion of James Cook, the Murderer of Mr. Paas, (Simpkin, & Co., London,) is the production of Mrs. Lachlan, who, under a feverish excitement of exalting the efficacy of divine grace, has half concealed the crime of the culprit, and made herself appear ridiculous. Taken altogether it is a most nauseous affair. 12. The Worthies of Yorkshire and Lancashire, &c., by Hartley Coleridge, (Simpkin, London,) is the first part of a work of fair promise, which, we doubt not, as it advances, will be found exceedingly interesting. Andrew Marvell, Richard Bentley, Lord Fairfax, and James, Earl of Derby, occupy this part; and in delineating their individual characters, much light is thrown on the periods in which they flourished. Yorkshire and Lancashire are fertile in such biographical resources; and in this work we expect to see them fully explored. 13. Essay on Tubercles, by Nathaniel Rogers, M. D., (*** Edinburgh,) first appeared in the Medical and Surgical Journal, whence it has been transplanted into the pamphlet before us. So far as we re competent to judge, common sense has dictated to the author's pen; nor has he been sparing in his researches and authorities; but we must leave the merits of this publication to gentlemen of the faculty. 14. The Christian Directory for Young Persons, by Thomas Timpson, (Dennis, London,) contains many wholesome precepts, and a brief analysis of Christian doctrine. It is a compendium of Gospel institutes, which, leading to experimental and practical results, may be perused with much advantage by every sincere inquirer after the way of salvation. 15. On the Harmony which exists between the Gospel and Temperance Societies, by W. Collins, (Glasgow,) many powerful reasons are advanced in this closely printed pamphlet. Mr. Collins has, from their commencement, appeared as a warm and able advocate in behalf of Temperance Societies. In zeal and ability he has few superiors. Perhaps he may be denominated the arch-enemy of drunkenness. We rejoice to find that these societies are every where on the increase. 16. Address to the Landholders of England, on the Corn Laws, by Viscount Milton, (Ridgway, London,) is a sensible well-written pamphlet, but it has a difficult course to steer between the agricultural and the commercial interests. It has, however, passed through four editions, and must therefore be in extensive circulation. To find a line of demarcation between these contending parties, in which the advocates of both interests concur, requires, we believe, super-human powers. We are not, therefore, surprised to find his lordship's production at once applauded and condemned. 17. The Child's Life of Christ, interspersed with Original Poetry, by the late Rev. Isaac Taylor, of Ongar, (Wallis, Skinner-street, Snow-hill, London,) is ornamented with many well-executed plates, which render it very interesting to young persons. Pictorial embellishments can, however, furnish but meagre recommendation, if unaccompanied with sound doctrine, and fidelity in narration. These latter articles, we are happy to state, Mr. Taylor, in the volume before us, has amply supplied. The history, gathered from the four evangelists, is written in a style of perspicuous simplicity, and the events are neatly arranged in consecutive order. From the pen of Mr. Taylor, nothing short of this was to be expected; and in the perusal the reader's anticipations will not be disappointed. METEOROLOGICAL OBSERVATIONS. THE mean temperature of the twelve months' observations recorded in our last volume was 51.31 degrees of Fahrenheit's thermometer. The maximum of 73 degrees occurred on the 6th and 13th of July; and the minimum of 27 degrees was noticed on January 5th. The range of the thermometer was 46 degrees, and the prevailing wind south-west. The direction of the wind has been south-westerly 91 days; westerly 593; north-westerly 57; north-easterly 42; northerly 313; easterly 293; south-easterly 253, and southerly 293. The mean temperature of last November was 44.4 degrees: the maximum of 58 degrees occurred on the 1st, when the direction of the wind was westerly; and the minimum, which was 38 degrees, took place on the 5th, 9th, 13th, and 27th: on the first of these days the direction of the wind was northerly, on the second easterly, and on the two latter south-easterly. The range of the thermometer was 20 degrees, and the prevailing wind south-east. The direction of the wind has been south-easterly 93 days; south-westerly 5}; north-westerly 4; northerly 31; north-easterly 3; easterly 2; southerly 11; and westerly 13. Rain has fallen on 15 days, and 13 have been accompanied with wind; the afternoon of the 9th was distinguished by dense fog, and dew was observed on the mornings of the 21st and 23d. This month has been milder than either of the two preced. ing Novembers; the maximum and minimum are both higher than those observed in 1830 and 1831: and the mean of the month from the three months' observations is 43.78 degrees. The maximum of 58 degrees was observed in 1832; and the minimum of 30 degrees was noticed on the 18th in 1831: the range of the thermometer is consequently 28 degrees. The prevailing winds are south-west and west; and the direction of the wind, as observed during the three Novembers collectively, is as follows: south-westerly 20 days; westerly 20; southerly 123; north-westerly 10; south-easterly 93; easterly 7; northerly 63; and north-easterly 4. GLEANINGS. Snuff-taking. This practice is recommended to students of the French language, as it facilitates the acquiring of the proper accent; and smoking is also advised to young gentlemen who wish to look sallow, unhappy, and Werter-like. An Example for Youth.-A little boy, in destitute circumstances, was put out as an apprentice to a mechanic. For some time he was the youngest apprentice, and of course had to go upon errands for the other apprentices, and not unfrequently to proeure for them ardent spirits, of which all except him self partook; because, as they said, it did them good. He, however, used none; and in consequence of it, was often the object of severe ridicule from the older apprentices; because, as they said, he had not sufficient manhood to drink rum. And, as they were revelling over their poison, he, under their insults and cruelty, often retired, and vented his grief in tears. But now, every one of the older apprentices, we are informed, is a drunkard, or in the drunkard's grave; and this youngest apprentice, at whom they nsed to scoff, is sober and respectable, worth a hundred thousand dollars. In his employment are about a hundred men who do not use ardent spirits; and he is exerting upon many thousands, an influence, in the highest degree salutary, which may be transmitted by them to future generations, and be the means, through grace, of preparing multitudes, not only for usefulness and respectability on earth, but for an exceeding and eternal weight of glory in heaven.-Boston Recorder. Longevity-Lately died at Jamaica, Joseph Ram, a black, belonging to Morice Halls' estate, at the extraordinary age of 146. Ruins of the Capital of Ancient Edom, or Idumea.Its capital city, now without an inhabitant, except the wild animals foretold by the prophets a thousand years before it ceased to be tenanted by men, presents one of the most wonderful scenes that can possibly be conceived. In the vicinity of mount Seir are the extensive ruins of a large city, heaps of hewn lumns, and vestiges of paved streets, spread over a stones, foundations of buildings, fragments of covalley which is enclosed on each side by perpendicular cliffs, varying four hundred feet in height, which are hollowed out into innumerable chambers of different dimensions, rising in the cliffs, till it seems impossible to approach the uppermost. Columns also rise above columns, and adorn the front of the dwellings; horizontal grooves for the conveyance of water also run along the face of the cliffs; flights of steps formed the means of ascent, and the summits of the heights, in various places, are covered with pyramids cut out of the solid rock. The identity of the scene is described by the prophet Jeremiah, chap. xlix. verse 16, in all the terribleness of the human power which pertaineth to it, and as depicted in the desolate aspect it now exhibits, is such as cannot be mistaken. The mausoleums and sepulchres are very numerous and magnificent. They are of various periods and orders of architecture. One of them, in particular, is described as a work of immense labour and colossal dimensions, containing a chamber sixteen paces square, and about twenty-five feet high, crowned with a pediment highly ornamented, and all cut out of the solid rock.-By these splendid monuments, dedicated to the memory of its rulers, the opulence of the city is demonstrated. The enemies of the gospel might be admonished by the fate of the enemies of the ancient church, who have been cut off according to the word of the Lord; and whose very land, that especially of the Edomites. for their violence against their brethren of Israel, has been wasted with a curse which shall cleave to it for ever. Companion to the Bible, p. 48. Advantages of Mechanical Invention. -Sir David Brewster, in his letters on Natural Magic, observes, on the ultimate effect of inventions, which at first sight appear to have no really useful object," that ingenious and beautiful as all these pieces of mechanism are, and surprising as their effects appear even to scientific spectators, the principal object of their inventors was to astonish and amuse the public. We should form an erroneous judgment, however, if we supposed that this was the only result of the ingenuity which they displayed. The passion for automatic exhibitions, which characterized the eighteenth century, gave rise to the most ingenious mechanical devices, and introduced among the higher orders of artists, habits of nice and accurate execution in the formation of the most delicate pieces of machinery. The same combination of the mechanical powers which made the spider crawl, or which waved the tiny rod of the magician, contributed in future years to purposes of higher import. Those wheels and pinions, which almost eluded our senses by their minuteness, reappeared in the stupendous mechanism of our spinning machines, and our steam engines. The elements of the tumbling puppet were revived in the chronometer, which now conducts our navy through the ocean; and the shapeless wheel which directed the hand of the drawing automaton, has served in the present age to guide the movements of the tambourine engine. Those mechanical wonders which in one century enriched only the conjuror who used them, contributed in another to augment the wealth of the nation; and those automatic toys which once amused the vulgar, are now employed in extending the power, and promoting the civilization, our species. In whatever way, indeed, the po genius may invent or combine, and to whatev or even ludicrous purposes that invention or combination may be originally applied, society receives a gift which it can never lose; and though the value of the seed may not be at once recognized, and though it may lie long unproductive in the ungenial soil of human knowledge, it will some time or other evolve its germ, and yield to mankind its natural and abundant harvest." Early Rising.-Sir John Sinclair, in his 'Code of Health and Longevity,' has stated, that all of a great number of very old persons whom he questioned, were alike only in two particulars-they were descended from parents of good constitutions, and(what perhaps they could better affirm,) they were early risers. Source of Cheerfulness.-No one can be permanently cheerful who does not otherwise discharge his duties; and I believe that few who do what they can to discharge all their duties will fail to be cheerful.Captain Basil Hall. Motives for Patient Endurance.-There is a consolation, if not a complete remedy, for almost every thing; and by honourable means and manly exertions there are few difficulties which may not be surmounted.-Captain Basil Hall. Moral Solidity-Evelyn truly remarked, that all is vanity which is not honest, and there is no solid wisdom but in real piety. Back Woods of America: a Conversation.-" What is the land?" Bogs.""The atmosphere?" "Fogs." "What did you live on!" "Hogs."-" What were your draught animals;" "Dogs."" What did you build your houses of?" "Logs."-" Any fish in the ponds?" "Frogs."-"What did you find the women?" "Clogs."-" What map did you travel by?" "Mogg's." Pony Carriages.-The duty on carriages with less than four wheels, each of which shall be of less diameter than thirty inches, and drawn by any pony or mule not exceeding twelve hands in height, was repealed by sec. 3, 11th Geo. IV., c. 35. So that small ponies, and a carriage with three wheels of twenty-nine inches in diameter, are duty-free. Crowned Pigeons. Captain Underwood, of the Kingsdown, has presented to the Surrey Zoological Gardens, a pair of these uncommon birds (Columba coronatahin.) They are nearly as big as turkeys, with bright red eyes, very large, and upright crest; the plumage sky-blue, and their moaning note is like the murmur of approaching death. These giant doves are well, and look at home in this country. Egypt.-Deprived twenty-three centuries ago of her natural proprietors, Egypt has seen her fertile fields successively a prey to the Persians, the Macedonians, the Romans, the Greeks, the Arabs, the Georgians; and, at length, the race of Tartars, distinguished by the name of Ottoman Turks. The system of oppression in Egypt is methodical. Every thing which the traveller sees or hears, reminds him that he is in the country of slavery and tyranny. In Egypt there is no middle class: neither nobility, clergy, merchants, nor land-holders. Ignorance diffused through the whole population, extends its effects to every species of moral and physical knowledge. The fate of Egypt, as of Idumea and of Judea, demonstrate the Bible to be no cunningly devised fable: but gives the most overpowering evidence, that the prophets who foretold these things, spake and wrote as they were moved by the Holy Ghost.-Companion to the Bible. Progressive Advancement of Australia.-It is curious to observe how rapidly this colony has advanced to power and riches. Governor Phillips first landed at Sydney on the 26th January, 1788, (only forty-four years ago,) with a few incorrigibles, the anniversary of which landing is still kept up. The first harvest was reaped at Sydney, in 1789; and at Paramatta, sixteen miles distant, in December, 1790; and the first settler, James Purse, got his land in 1791. Here, where forty-four years ago no human voice was heard, with the exception of the bellowing of the savage in the desert, we have now from 60,000 to 70,000 happy inhabitants, all members of the parent stem, from our own British Islands; here, where there was not one European animal, we have 300,000 sheep, and 150,000 cattle; here, where there was not an ear of grain, we now see 150,000 cattle here, where there was not an ear of grain, we now see 150,000 bushels for sale; here, in fact, there is a want of nothing but industrious men and women. The shipping which, in 1820, was at the lowest ebb, has improved mightily, for in that year there were only three ships from England; in 1826, there were 24; and in 1830, we find nearly 40; and last year there were considerably more; and Mr. Edward Walkinshaw, of Liverpool, has for some time been despatching a vessel every month.-There were last year imported into the Colony, Cape wine, tobacco, India calicoes, nankeens, silks, sugar, and teas, valued at about £250,000; and the cargoes from England were estimated at upwards of £500,000; and the exports £457,930, nearly double what they were wont to be. In 1826, eighty acres of sugar cane were planted at Fort Macquarrie, in 31 degrees; and although the climate there is cold, yet they have done well. There is, however, unexceptionable soil and climate to the north of this, which is now under crops of sugar. Tobacco is also thriving well, and both it and sugar will soon become articles of exportation. Vines are also doing very well, and every species of fruits are plentiful and good; indeed so plentiful are they, that pigs are fattened upon peaches and melons. Sunday Schools.-The number of scholars connected with all the Sunday-schools in the world is estimated at 1,800,000. There are in America about 60,000 teachers, and from 400,000 to 500,000 children, connected with the American Sunday School Union. Remarkable Death.-A practice is not unfrequent, of cracking nuts by placing the palm of the hand over them on a table, and striking the back of the hand so as by the pressure to break the shell. This practice has been attended by a melancholy fatality in this city last week. A young man named Thos. Rhodes, a bricklayer, who resided in Welmgate, America, was thus employed, when he suddenly felt a severe pain, his arm immediately swelled to a frightful size, and the alarming symptoms continued to increase, in spite of surgical treatment, until his throat was swollen so that he could not speak, and death terminated his excruciating tortures.-C. Patriot. Horses Gainers by the Temperance Reform.-In New London, America, two gentlemen, struck by the beauty of a noble horse, driven by a carman, stopped to survey and admire the well-fed animal. At the moment up came a couple of fellows, whose eyes told a tale which their tongues would have lied about, and recognizing the driver, exclaimed, “John, your horse didn't use to look like that-what's the matter?" "I'll tell you," says the carman, "I used to let my horse breathe, and I would step into a store, and take a drop myself. Now I go without my dram, and spend my pence to buy oats for Charley." The argument for temperance had so much point, that the fellows checked their inquiries, and pushed on. Heroism of Filial Affection -In the course of last winter, five Dutch gentlemen set out from Rotterdam, to travel on skates to Amsterdam. They had passed over about twelve miles of the waste of inland waters which extends between the two cities, and were, with the exception of one of the party, who kept apart, skating with great velocity, in close files, and hands linked in the Dutch manner, and were striking out far from the shore, when at once, the whole file was precipitated through the ice, and two out of the four were hardly seen to rise again. The other two were father and son, both remarkably fine men, and the father an expert swimmer, which enabled him to support himself and his son too for a considerable time, during which he was so collected as to give directions to the only one of the party who had not fallen in, how he should conduct himself to afford assistance; but at length he gave utterance to the thought, that his son's continuing to hold him would be the death of both. The son immediately kissed the father, and, with the familiar and endearing expression he was accustomed to, bade him good night," loosed his hold, and deliberately resigned himself to death. The father lives; and the name, at least, of Henry Hock, the son, must live also.-Liverpool Courier. 66 Genius, Talent, Cleverness.-Genius rushes like a whirlwind.-Talent marches like a cavalcade of heavy men and heavy horses.-Cleverness skims like a swallow in a summer evening, with a sharp shrill note and a sudden turning. The man of genius dwells with men and with nature; the man of talent in his study; but the clever man dances here, there, and every where, like a butterfly in a hurricane, striking every thing, and enjoying nothing, but too light to be dashed to pieces. The man of talent will attack theories; the clever man assail the individual, and slander private character: but the man of genius despiseth both, he heeds none, he fears none, he lives in himself, shrouded in the consciousness of his own strength-he interferes with none, and walks forth an example, that, "eagles fly alone, they are but sheep that herd together. It is true, that should a poisonous worm cross his path, he may tread it under his foot; should a cur snarl at him, he may chastise it; but he will not, cannot attack the privacy of another. Clever men write verses; men of talent write_prose; but the man of genius writes poetry.- Wilson's Lectures on Poetry. Vitality of Insects.-In our number for September, we noticed the curious property possessed by the Planariæ, of multiplying under the knife. This tenacity of life is, however, not confined to this class of animals; in a new edition of the Encyclopedia Britannica, we have the following interesting paragraph, |