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A new edition of Watkins's Biographical Dictionary, with nearly a thousand new articles, will shortly be published.

Preparing for the press, Select Female Biography; comprising Memoirs of British Ladies distinguished for Talent and Character, from the commencement of the 16th century, to the present period.

Journal of an Expedition 1400 miles up the Orinoco, and 300 up the Aranca; with an Account of the Country, People, Manners, &c.

Shortly will be published, Forty Correct Views from Nature, of Remarkable Places, taken on a Tour chiefly in Italy, by G. Cumberland, Sen. in two numbers, price £1, 1s. each. One hundred copies only printed.

Church of England Theology, in a series Ten Sermons (separately printed in manuscript character) on Important Subjects; by the Rev. R. Warner, Rector of Great Chalfield.

A Reprint of the Noble and Renowned History of Guy, Earl of Warwick.

The Garden of Florence, and other Poems; by John Hamilton.

Shortly will be published, an Abridgment of Dr Aikin's Annals of George III.

in 12mo.

Preparing for the press, Supplements to Mr Donovan's Histories of British Birds, Shells, and Insects.

Memoirs, Historical and Topographical, of Bristol and its Neighbourhood; by the Rev. Samuel Seyer, M.A.

In the press, Sketches of the Domestic Institutions and Manners of the Romans, for the use of schools.

Concealment, a novel, in 3 vols. 12mo. Journal of a Residence in the Burmhan Empire; and more particularly at the Court of Amarapoorah; by Captain H. Cox, of the Bengal Native Infantry.

A second edition of Mr Howship's Observations on the Diseases of the Lower

Intestines.

A new edition, much enlarged, of Dr Oyre's Work, on Disorders of the Liver, Stomach, &c.

Lays on Land; by Ismael Fitzadam. A second edition of the Elements of Medical Logic; by Sir Gilbert Blane, Bart. Physician to the King; with great additions.

Sir Arthur Clarke, Author of the Essay on Bathing, and the Mother's Medical Assistant, is preparing for the press, a Treatise on the Sulphureous Fumigation in Diseases of the Skin.

In the press, Specimens of the German Lyric Poets, consisting of Translations in Verse from the Works of Bürger, Geothe, Jacobi, Klopstock, Schiller, &c. &c. interspersed with Biographical Notices, and ornamented with wood-cuts by the first artists, 8vo. bds.

* This Work is in the press, and will be published in a few weeks.

Will be immediately published in 8vo. A Practical Treatise on Diseases of the Heart; by Henry Reeder, M.D. Member of the Royal Medical Society of Edinburgh, and of the Medical and Chirurgical Society of London. In which is comprised a full account of all the diseases of that organ, as the Inflammatory, Organic, and Sympathetic, together with their appropriate modes of treatment; also, an account of Malconformations of the Heart, Aneurism of the Aorta, Pulsation in Epigastrio, &c.

Early in April will be published, a Romance, entitled, A Tale of the Olden Time; by a Harrow Boy.

Speedily will be published, handsomely printed in two volumes 8vo. with portraits and vignettes, price 24s. a new edition of Chefs-D'Euvre of French Literature, consisting of interesting Extracts from the Classic French Writers, in Prose and Verse; with Biographical and Critical Remarks.

Mr Faulkner has issued Proposals for publishing, by subscription, a Series of Etchings, illustrative of his History and Antiquities of Kensington, from original drawings by R. Banthon, comprising every object of Antiquity in that ancient and interesting Parish.

EDINBURGH.

Valerius; a Roman story of the first century, 3 vols. 12mo.

Annals of my Parish; or the Chronicle of Palwhidder, during my Ministry; by the Reverend Micah Balwhidder; arranged and edited by the author of "The Ayrshire Legatees," and "The Earthquake;" in 1 vol. 12mo.

Remarks on some Fundamental Doctrines in Political Economy; illustrated by

a brief Inquiry into the Commercial State of Great Britain since the year 1815; by John Craig, Esq. 8vo. ́

In the press, and speedily will be published, Letters to a Young Physician; containing Remarks on the Nature and Treatment of Diseases commonly termed Nervous, with Cases; by Donald Maclean, M.D.

MONTHLY LIST OF NEW PUBLICATIONS.

ASTRONOMY.

LONDON.

The Wonders of the Heavens displayed in Twelve Popular Lectures on Astronomy, with 46 superior engravings from original drawings; by the author of the Wonders of the World. 10s. 6d. in red; on royal paper, 15s.

BIBLIOGRAPHY.

Bibliotheca Rara et Curiosa, Part II. containing a small but curious and interesting Collection of Books in Various Languages, and including many Rare Articles in Facetiæ, Books of Emblems, History, Novels, and Poetry, many of which are ornamented with wood-cuts, portraits, and other engravings. Just published by Boosey and Son, gratis.

But very few copies of the first part of this Catalogue, which has been considered by several Eminent Collectors to contain one of the most Curious Collections of Books lately offered for sale, remain on hand; and notwithstanding liberal purchases have been made from it, for some of the most distinguished libraries in the country, there are still many curious and interesting articles on hand, upon which a liberal discount will be allowed, in proportion to the Sum purchased.

Boosey's Catalogue of French Books, containing a Variety of Editions of the Classic Authors, and many interesting Modern Publications. Is.

Boosey's Catalogue of German Books, both new and second-hand; including an Extensive Collection of the Works of the best Authors, and many new publications lately imported. 1s.

Boosey's Catalogue of Italian Books, including some Recent Importations, gratis. Boosey's Catalogue of Books in the Danish, Swedish, Russian, Modern Greek, &c. Languages.

Beckley's Catalogue of Books, in various languages, particularly Irish History.

W. Baynes and Son's General Catalogue of Second-hand Books, for 1821, 8vo. 4s. T. Rodd's Catalogue of Tracts, Part V. being a Supplement to the four first parts; containing 16,800, together with 1800 Ser

mons.

BIOGRAPHY.

The Life of William Sancroft, Archbishop of Canterbury, compiled principally from original and scarce Documents; with an Appendix containing the Diary of the learned Henry Wharton. Now first published from a Manuscript in Lambeth Palace; also, the remaining Works, now scarce, of Archbishop Sancroft; by the Rev. Geo. D'Oyly, D.D, F.R.S., Domestic

Chaplain to his Grace the Archbishop of Canterbury; with a Portrait from an original Picture, by Luttrell, in Lambeth Palace, 2 vols. 8vo. £1, 4s.

Memoirs of the Life, Writings, and Religious Connexions of John Owen, D. D. by the Rev. W. Orme, 8vo. portrait. 12s.

Memoirs of the Life of Anne Boleyn, Queen of Henry VIII.; by Miss Benger, author of Memoirs of Hamilton, Tobin, &c. 2 vols. 16s.

A Christian Biographical Dictionary; containing an Account of the Lives and Writings of the most distinguished Christians of all Religions; by John Wilks, jun. 12mo. 9s.

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The Mother's Book, exemplifying Pestalozzi's Plan of Awakening the Understanding of Children, 12mo. 6s.

Rosamond; a sequel to Early Lessons; by Maria Edgeworth, 18mo, 2 vols. 5s. A Clue for Young Latinists and NonLatinists; by John Carey, 12mo. 2s. 6d. Historical Prints, representing some of the most memorable events in English History, in which the costumes of the times are carefully preserved; with descriptions by Emily Taylor; and a brief chronology of the Kings of England, 12mo. 7s. 6d.

The Grammar of Classical Literature; containing ancient Geography, Mythology, Customs, Antiquities, and Biography; by Benj. Johnson, A.M. with 100 maps and engravings. 8s.

A Grammar of Universal Geography, and of Elementary Astronomy; by Alex. Jamieson, 18mo. 3s. 6d.

Letters to a Child, on the subject of Maritime Discovery; by E:nily Taylor, 18mo. 2s. 6d.

Remarks on the Tendency of certain Clauses in a Bill now pending in Parliament to degrade Grammar Schools, with cursory strictures on the national importance of preserving inviolate the classic discipline of the antient foundations; by Vi cesimus Knox, D.D. 8vo. 4s

FINE ARTS.

Portraits of British Poets, Part VII. 8vo. 12s.

HISTORY.

History of the Cause and Effects of the Confederation of the Rhine; by the Marquis Lucchesini, 8vo. 12s.

LAW.

The History of the Rise and Progress of the Judicial or Adawlut System, as established for the Administration of Justice under the Presidency of Bengal. Part II. an Inquiry into the supposed existence of Trial by Jury in India, with some account of the late proposed alterations in the Judicial System under the Presidency of Fort St George, 8vo. 8s. 6d.

INTERMEDICINE. Commentaries on some of the most Important Diseases of Children; by John Clarke, M.D. royal 8vo. 10s. 6d.

The History and Method of Cure of the various Species of Palsy; by John Cooke, M.D. 8vo. 6s."

An Essay on Sea-Bathing; by J. W. Williams, Surgeon, 12mo. 6s, 6d.

An Analogical Inquiry into the probable Results of the Influence of Factitious Eruptions in Hydrophobia, Tetanus, NonExanthematras, and other Diseases incidental to the human body; illustrated by cases, in a letter to Dr Cha. Parry, F.R.S. &c. &c. &c.; by Edward Jenner, M.D. F.R.S. &c. &c. &c.

Illustrations of the great Operations of Surgery; by Cha. Bell, coloured plates, Part I. £1, 1s.

Practical Observations on Midwifery, with a Selection of Cases; by John Ramsbotham, M.D. 8vo. Part I. 10s. 6d.

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The Republican's Mistress; a Novel, founded upon facts; by Charlotte Smith.

The MS. of this work was in the possession of a Nobleman, and by his authority is now offered to the public.

The Favourite of Nature, 3 vols. 12mo. £1, 1s.

The Midnight Wanderer, a Romance, 4 vols. 12mo. £1, 2s.

Zelica; the Creole; by an American, 3 vols. 12mo. £1, 1s.

The Village of Mariendorpt; a Tale; by Miss A. M. Porter, 4 vols. 12mo. £1, 8s.

Precaution; a Novel, in 3 vols. 12mo. £1, 1s.

Society and Solitude; by James Hoole, Esq. 3 vols. 12mo. 15s.

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Astronomy Explained, upon Sir Isaac Newton's Principles; by J. Ferguson, F.R.S.; with Notes and Supplementary Chapters; by David Brewster, L.L.D., F.R.S. Lond. and Edinb. The second edition; with 26 Folding Plates; in 2 vols. 8vo. £1, 4s. boards.

Edinburgh Christian Instructor for March, No. CXXVIII.

Edinburgh Monthly Review for April, No. XXVIII.

Contemplation, and other Poems; by Alexander Balfour, 8vo. 10s. 6d.

Scottish Episcopal Review and Magazine, No. V. for March.

Prize Essays, and Transactions of the Highland Society of Scotland; to which is prefixed, an Account of the Principal Proceedings of the Society, for the period from February 1816, to November 1820; carefully revised and corrected, by Henry Mackenzie, Esq. one of the directors; vol. V. 8vo. price 15s. boards.

Essays on various Subjects, Religious and Moral; the practical application of their principles to the State of Man in the Lower Orders of Society; and connecting them with what ought to constitute their Duties, as Citizens, Subjects, and Christians; by a Layman, 3 vols. 8vo., £1, 11s. 6d.

A Manual of the Diseases of the Human Eye, from the best national and foreign works, and in particular those of Professor Beer; with the observations of the editor, Dr Charles Henry Weller; Berlin, 1819. Illustrated by four highly-coloured Plates, respresenting 37 diseased Eyes, and one plate of instruments. Translated from the original German work, and illustrated by Cases and Observations; by George C. Monteath, M.D. Member of the Royal College of Surgeons of London, Member of the Faculty of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, and one of the Senior Surgeons

of the Glasgow Royal Infirmary, &c. in 2 vols. 8vo. price £1, 10s..

Dr Chalmers's Christian and Civic Economy of Large Towns; No. VII. on Church-Offices," 8vo. 1s.

Narrative of the Loss of the Abeona, 8vo. 1s.

Inquiry into the Principles and Management of Friendly Societies in Scotland; written with a view to promote their further Extension and Improvement, 8vo. 1s. Dedicated, by permission, to the Highland Society of Scotland.

The Importance of Ecclesiastical Establishments, a Sermon, preached on Monday 29th January, 1821, before the Society incorporated by Royal Charter for the Benefit of the Sons of the Clergy of the Church of Scotland, and published at their request; by John Inglis, D.D. To which is subjoined an Appendix, containing the Charter, and the permanent regulations of the Society, with a list of its present Members and Office-Bearers.

Mr Owen's Report to the county of Lanark, of a Plan for Relieving Public Distress, and removing discontent, by giving permanent productive employment to the Poor and Working-Classes, under arrangements which will essentially improve their character and ameliorate their condition; diminish the expences of production and consumption, and create markets co-extensive with production; with the Report of a Committee, appointed by the County to take the same into consideration; and proposals by Mr Hamilton of Dalzell, to form an establishment on the said plan in the Middle Ward of Lanarkshire, on land offered by him for that purpose, and of which an engraving, exhibiting the arrangements proposed, is annexed; 4to. 3s. 6d.

Fleurs; a Poem, in four books, 4to. 10s. 6d. */

MONTHLY REGISTER.

COMMERCIAL REPORT.-14th March, 1821.

Sugar. The Sugar market has for some time been very languid, and the holders anxious to effect sales. There seems no great appearance of any revival, although the quantity on hand is much reduced, and no supplies of any importance can be expected for some time. The reason of this seems to be that the demand from the Continent is greatly reduced, as several places are now carrying on a trade direct with the colonies of foreign powers. In refined goods the demand for some time was considerable, and the prices looked up; but unfavourable reports having been received from Russia, regarding some regulations which the government of that country have in view, has thrown a damp upon the Sugar market. Coffee. The demand for Coffee has been fluctuating considerably. To-day there has been a revival, and the next day the market became languid. The market may, however, be stated to be much in the same state as at the date of our last. The future prospects for the Coffee market will greatly depend upon the advices from the Continent of Europe, the political affairs of which are far from being in a settled state. Should no serious convulsions take place amongst the great European powers, the demand for Coffee may be expected to improve. Cotton.-The demand for Cotton continues extensive and the market steady, inclining rather to an advance in price. The value of this article has of late sunk so low, that, if the same demand continues, the price must certainly advance. The high price abroad renders the importation of it a losing concern to those who take it in exchange for goods, or purchase it with the proceeds of the sales of these goods; while the freights obtained for carrying it from the United States of America to this market are so exceedingly low as to injure deeply the shipping interest engaged in it. Still the quantity raised and brought to market is very great, though the arrivals for this year have been smaller than to the same period of last. Corn. The Grain market may be stated generally to be firm, and the different kinds in fair demand. The condition of the labouring artisan and manufacturer being greatly meliorated, will certainly tend to increase the demand for every article of agricultural produce, and consequently raise the value of the same, which, in the course of a short time, will tend to remove the severe distress under which the agricultural interests of this country have for some time laboured, and yet labour. The prosperity of our agricultural interest is the foundation-stone of our national strength. When it suffers, all other interests must suffer.-The market for Tobacco is greatly depressed. Oil is on the decline. Beef is dull, and Pork in considerable request. Rum remains exceedingly low, and in Brandy and Geneva there is no alteration. general review of British Commerce is unavoidably postponed to next month, and in the meantime we subjoin an account of the present state of the manufacturing business in one of the chief districts of Scotland, which may be relied on. In Paisley, weavers' wages have risen somewhat, and work is plenty. The manufacturers of Paisley give employment not only to men, but also to a vast number of women and children, and all have now constant employment. The womens' work is not better paid than formerly; draw-boys' wages have risen within these few months from 2s. 6d. and 3s. to 3s. 6d. and 4s. a-week. The weaving has advanced, though not a great deal, yet every person gets work, and is not obliged to be idle between webs, as lately. The weaver's situation has, of course, become vastly more comfortable than it was two years ago. However, as in the higher branches of work, a web takes several months to prepare and finish, many of the best weavers have not yet reaped the benefit to result from their new engagement. Though the situation of the operatives be improved, as above stated, there are few sales of any consequence, and the selling prices of goods have not advanced. The manufacturers have been speculating in anticipation of a brisk spring trade, which has not commenced. Though Cotton-Yarn is exceedingly low, Silk, which is the most expensive part of our higher sorts of manufacture, has advanced in price 25 per cent. The goods must, therefore, come into the market at a higher price, and whether the demand shall justify the expectations of the manufacturer, and reward him for his extra expense, time will determine.

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Course of Exchange, March 9.-Amsterdam, 12: 9. C. F. Ditto at sight, 12: 6, Rotterdam, 12: 10. Antwerp, 12: 10. Hamburgh, 38: 2. Altona, 38: 3. Paris, 3 d. sight, 25: 80. Ditto 26: 10. Bourdeaux, 26: 10. Frankfort on the Maine, 156. Petersburgh, 94: 3 U. Vienna, 10: 15 Eff. flo. Trieste, 10: 15. Madrid, 36. Cadiz, 35. Bilboa, 35. Barcelona, 35. Seville, 35. Gibraltar, 301. Leghorn, 462. Genoa, 434. Venice, 27: 60. Malta, 45. Naples, 38. Palermo, 115. Lisbon, 494. Oporto, 494. Rio Janeiro, 494. Bahia, 55. Dublin, 7 per cent. Cork, 74.

Prices of Gold and Silver, per oz.-Foreign gold, in bars, £3: 17: 104. New Dollars, 4s. 104d. Silver in bars, stand. 4s. 111⁄2d. VOL. VIII.

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