Pulls down his cowl upon his eyes, And, page 222, an energetic imprecation against traitors. "Oh, for a tongue to curse the slave, Whose treason, like a deadly blight, Comes o'er the councils of the brave, And blasts them in their hour of might! nt May Life's unblessed cup for him Be drugg'd with treacheries to the brim, With hopes, that but allure to fly, With joys, that vanish while he sips, Eat Like Dead Sea-fruits, that tempt the eye, But turn to ashes on the lips! of te His Country's curse, his children's shame, Beholding heaven, and feeling hell!" The bravery of the Ghebers is strongly and shortly expressed, page 272: "The very tigers from their delves Look out, and let them pass, as things Untam'd and fearless like themselves!" Also the apathy of extreme grief, ending by heart-breaking, page 282. "No-pleasures, hopes, affections gone, The wretch may bear, and yet live on, Like things, within the cold rock found Alive, when all 's congeal'd around. But there's a blauk repose in this, A calm stagnation, that were bliss To the keen, burning, harrowing pain, Now felt through all thy breast and brain 6 That spasm of terror, mute, intense, That breathless, agoniz'd suspense, From whose hot throb, whose deadly aching, The heart has no relief but breaking!" And from the last poem, called the Light of the Haram, we end our extracts by the picture of the happiness resulting from the ties of marriage: page 330: "There's a bliss beyond all that the Min- And oh! if there be an Elysium on earth, We shall conclude this article by observing that Mr. Moore is not only an eminent Poet, but also an excellent Musician: like the ancient Bards, he writes, composes, and sings, with the enthusiasm of an inspired man. If any of our Readers bave had the good fortune to hear him accompanying himself on the Piano, they must have observed his flashing eyes darting to heaven, his soul upon his lips, endeavouring to disentangle herself from her corporeal fetters, aud the infinitely small atoms, which constitute pleasure and voluptuousness, exuding from his beaming face: in a word, he transports us back to the old times, when Orpheus, by the melody of his Lyre, forced the most rapid rivers to suspend their flowing, made the savage beasts of the forest forget their wildness, and the moun tains move to listen to his songs. 84. A Theological Hebrew, Chaldaic, and English Lexicon; entitled a Key to the Holy Tongue. In Two Parts. By the Rev. S. Lyon, Hebrew Teacher to the Universities of Oxford, Cambridge, Eton-College, &c. 8vo. pp. 182. Hatchard. THE name of Lyon has long been familiar in our Universities, as conpected with the Sacred Language of the Holy Bible. The present Veteran Author seems not to have degenerated in industry or skill; and we cannot do him more justice than to transcribe some part of his own ingenuous statement. "The Author, impressed with a grateful sense for that liberal patronage he has experienced from a generous Publick, which has enabled him to complete the first part of his important work, begs leave to present to his Friends, his most sincere acknowledgements for their kind support, and at the same time to solicit the favour of its further continuation, to enable him to prosecute those his more arduous labours, in completing a compendious und entirely original Hebrew Lexicon, already advanced in its progress. To those of the learned and enlightened community, especially to that part who are intended to be initiated into the sacred functions of religion, the Author takes this opportunity of giving an outline of its value and importance. "In the Grammar already published, the Reader will find, by demonstrations duduced deduced from scriptural evidence, that God himself is the founder of this divine language coeval with the Creation. The whole construction of this primitive tongue, therefore, remains as it were, immutable like the rest of his wonderful works, nature having fixed its system and rules of Orthography, the elements of which being established, do not require any change or alteration like those invented by men, capable of Improvement and alteration. Hence, the Prophet Zephaniah, ch. 3. v. 9. who foreseeing the various dialects that will prevail in this language, owing to the different productions of grammars, tells us thus, "For then will I turn to the people a pure language, &c." Men will then understand each other as they did before the confusion of tongues; it is obvious, therefore, that there can be but one mode or grammar, for teaching a pure and genuine knowledge of this original tongue. The Author does not presume too much by advancing, that be has both ingeniously and clearly developed, likewise illustrated with lucid and perspicuous observations, the work now presented to the Publick, and which he is confident will be acknowledged and appreciated as such, by all those who either prompted by curiosity, or a desire to acquire the Hebrew, are induced to give it a fair and candid perusal. "But as the key or meaning of words, the next desideratum with the theological world, is, a comprehensive and copious Hebrew and English Lexicon. The Hebrew Dictionaries, with those of all other languages, partake of the same nature, founded upon the same principles, being the invention of learned men, who through unequal capacities invariably differ, and are as invariably defective; some in the mode of arrangement, others in want of words most essential to the student. To obviate, therefore, this irregularity, and to fill up those omissions, so as to clear the way of all difficulties and impediments to the researcher of Hebraic Knowledge, is the end and object with the compiler of this Lexicon, the arrangement of which is as follows. 1. To commence with a Single letter, if the same is one of the Servile letters, it will exhibit all its meanings, with references, quotations, &c. to each. 2. All the Mono-syllables arranged alphabetically, as they are found throughout the whole Bible, both primitives and derivatives, with their distinct meaning; by this mode of arrangement will be removed one of the greatest difficulties experienced by the student, even the learned, who is often at a loss to know what letter he is to affix, in order to find the root. 3. Words of three letters, which in general is the root, it meaning (if a verb) according to the different conjugations with all the derivatives, illustrated by references, &c. with the addition of the Chaldaic words in the same root. 4. Words originally consisting of more than three letters, placed at the end of every root. 5. Accompanied with notes, critical and theological, under the same page. "If the combination of an original and simple mode of arrangement with a correct derivation and copious meaning of every word, is entitled to consi deration in the compilation of a Lexicon; the Author has no hesitation to affirm, that his will form one of the most improved and best calculated to facilitate the attainment of the Hebrew, that has ever yet appeared in England, or in Europe. "The Author still labouring under pecuniary difficulties, arising from the maintenance of a numerous family, &c. has again to appeal to that generous encouragement which his labours have met with, by requesting his Friends to permit him to deduct those subscriptions which have already been paid, from the last volume of the Lexicon; by that means he will be better enabled to complete his work with more speed, whilst his family will derive the greatest advantage from their liberality and kindness." From a practice of near Thirty Years in the profession of a Hebrew teacher, Mr. Lyon, we are informed, has acquired a method of teaching (peculiar to himself), whereby he will enable his Pupil, in Twenty-four hours, to proceed in the study of the Hebrew, without any other assistance than that of a Lexicon. 85. Stenography; or, the Art of Short Hand perfected: Containing Rules and Instructions, whereby the most illiterate may acquire the mode of taking down Trials, Orations, Lectures, &c. in a few hours, and be competent, by a little experience, to prac tise the same. 12mo. pp. 16, and four Plates. Lackington and Co. OF this concise system of Short Hand it is no small recommendation that the present Edition is the twentythird. The rules and instructions are simple and clear; and by their aid any one may, with application and prac tice, acquire the knowlege of this use ful art. May 13. At a Congregation was read an extract from the will of the Rev. ROBERT TYRWHITT, of Jesus College, bequeathing 40007. Navy 5 per cents. to the University, for the promotion of Hebrew learning. We have great pleasure in announcing the completion of Mr. RUDING's truly valuable" Annals of the Coinage of Great Britain and its Dependencies," in four handsome Quarto Volumes. These Annals were compiled for the purpose of establishing, from the experience of past ages, correct principles of Coinage, and shew the impolicy of making Money and Bullion of equal value, and the consequent propriety of reducing the Standard Weight of the Coins, now so happily commenced under the auspices of his Royal Highness the Prince Regent; to whom, by his gracious permission, they are, with all due humility, dedicated. The Third Volume of the new Edition of Wood's Athenæ Oxonienses," with great Additions, edited and continued by Mr. BLISS, is published; and the Fourth Volume is in the press. A Drama entitled "Manfred", from the pen of Lord BYRON, shall be noticed in July. The Arabic text of " Pilpay's Fables" has lately been presented to the Literary World by that distinguished Oriental Scholar, the Baron DE SACY. No pains have been spared by him, in the collation of Manuscripts, to obtain a correct text; and the critical notes leave nothing to the Student to desire. It was for the use of his own pupils that the Work was undertaken; and we have only to regret that he has not thought it necessary to favour us with a Translation. It is, however, preceded by an interesting memoir, in which he traces the history of these celebrated Fables, from their first translation in the sixth century, by command of the Persian Sovereign, down to the French abridgment of the poetical Turkish version through most languages, not even excepting the Greek. The same volume likewise contains the "Moallaka of Lebid," one of the seven Arabic Poems, which are the earliest specimen of the language of any length, and which was never edited before in a satisfactory manner. For the benefit of the general reader it is accompanied by a Translation, and a copious biographical notice of the Author, who was contemporary with the Author, and became a convert to his Religion. Dr. SPURZHEIM has just published his long-expected Work on Insanity; a Work interesting, because it treats of that most obscure but truly alarming disease in a new point of view. The observations on confinement for insanity on the ipse dixit of ignorant medical practitioners are particularly useful, and will, it is hoped, lead to a more public manner of consigning the unfortunate Lunatic to the gloomy cells of a Madhouse.-A Correspondent who has lately visited a great many Lunatic Asylums assures us, that no one who has not been an eye-witness could conceive the possibility that such inhumanities really existed, as are practised in madhouses. Nearly ready for Publication. WILSON'S " Collectanea Theologica, or the Student's Manual of Divinity;" containing Dean Nowell's Catechism; Vossius on the Sacrament; and Bishop Hall on Walking with God. A Genealogical and Biographical History of the Family of MARMYUN ; with an account of the Office of King's Champion attached to the tenure of the Barony and Manor of Scrivelsby in Lincolnshire, part of the antient demesne of that Family; containing a variety of matter never before published, lately collected from the Public Records. Embellished with several Engravings. A Picture of the Present State of the Royal College of Physicians of London: containing Memoirs, Biographical, Critical, and Literary, of all the resident Members of that Society, and of the Heads of the Medical Boards, with some other distinguished professional characters; to which is subjoined an Appendix, containing an account of the different Medical Institutions of the Metropolis, Scientific and Charitable, with their present Establishments. Memoirs of JOHN PHILIP KEMBLE, esq. with a Critique on his Performance. By JOHN AMBROSE WILLIAMS, Author of Metrical Essays. An additional volume of "Studies on History." By the Rev. THO. MORELL. It will contain the History of England from its earliest period to the death of Elizabeth, and will be published both in 8vo and 12mo. A Picturesque Tour through France, Switzerland, on the Banks of the Rhine, and through part of the Netherlands. Authentic Memoirs of the Revolution in France, and of the sufferings of the Royal Royal Family; deduced chiefly from accounts by eye-witnesses, which will exhibit, besides information from other sources, a combined narrative of details from M. HUE, CLERY, EDGEWORTH, and MADAME ROYALE, now Duchess D'ANGOULEME. A Monograph of the genus Hirundo, with figures of the species of British Swallow. By Mr. THOMAS FORSTER. A Translation of an Abridgment of the Vedant, the most celebrated and revered Work of Brahminical Theology; likewise a Translation of the Cena Upanishad, one of the Chapters of the Sama Veda; according to the Gloss of the celebrated Shancaracharya. By RAMMOHUN ROY. Philanthropy, and other Poems. By the Rev. INGRAM COBBIN, A. M. Author of "The French Preacher." The Fourth Part of "Annals of the Fine Arts," which has been delayed in consequence of the death of one of the Proprietors. The succeeding Parts will appear regularly as heretofore. Errors of Pronunciation, and Improper Expressions in current use, chiefly by the Inhabitants of London; to which are added, those in similar misuse by the Inhabitants of Paris. An Introduction to English Composition and Elocution; in Four Parts, viz. 1. Æsop modernized and moralized, in a series of amusing and instructive Tales, calculated as Reading Lessons for Youth: 2. Skeletons of those Tales, with leading Questions and Hints, designed as an easy Manuduction to the Practice of English Composition: 3. Poetic Reading made easy, by means of Metrical Notes to each Line: 4. An Appendix of Select Prose. By JOHN CAREY, LL. D. Author of "Latin Prosody made easy," &c. Preparing for Publication : Sir JOHN SINCLAIR'S Code of Agriculture; to form one volume large 8vo.The plan adopted by the Author is, 1. To consider Preliminary points," to which a Farmer ought to attend, such as, climate; soil; subsoil; elevation; aspect; situation; Tenure, whether in property or on lease; Rent; Burdens on, and size of the Farm.-2. To inquire into the nature of "Those means of cultivation, which are essential to insure its success."-3. To point out "The various modes of improving Land."-4. To explain "The various modes of occupying Land ;" and 5. To offer some general remarks on "The means of improving a Country." Mr.ARMIGER is engaged in Researches, and in the collection of materials for an English Work on Physiology; intended to supply an acknowledged deficiency in the elementary Books of this Country, to exhibit the present state of that important Science, and the extent to which it is indebted to the investigation of British Physiologists. Plurality of Worlds; or, Some Remarks, Philosophical and Critical, in a series of Letters to a Friend, occasioned by the late "Discourses on the Christian Revelation, viewed in connexion with the Modern Astronomy," as published by the Rev. Dr. CHALMERS. Professor PAXTON, of Edinburgh, has issued Proposals for publishing by subscription, in three 8vo volumes, "The Holy Scriptures illustrated; from the Geography of the East; from Natu ral History; and from the Customs and Manners of Antient andModern Nations." The Clerical Guide, or Ecclesiastical Directory; containing a Register of the Dignitaries of the Church, and a List of all the Benefices in England and Wales. A summary View of the State of Spain at the Restoration of Ferdinand VII. By Capt. C. CLARKE, Royal Artillery. A Description of the Ruins of Gour; with a Topographical Map and Eighteen Views, comprised from the MSS. and Drawings of the late Mr. N. CREIGHTON. The Swiss Patriots, a Poem. By Mr. WILLIAM MACKENZIE, of Edinburgh. A Practical Treatise on the Laws of Toleration and Religious Liberty, as they affect every class of Dissenters from the Church of England; intended to form a Compendium of the civil, politi cal, and religious rights of all his Majesty's subjects as at present affected by the profession of religious opinions: with an Appendix, containing the most important Statutes on the subject of Toleration, and forms of proceedings by indictment, and before magistrates, for infractions of the Acts protecting Worship, and other offences relating to Religion. By Mr. T. N. TALFOURD, of the Middle Temple. THOMAS WALTER WILLIAMS, of the Inner Temple, esq. is printing a Continuation of his Compendious Abstract of all the Public Acts, on the same scale and plan as the Acts passed 1816, to be published immediately after the cluse of the present Session of Parliament. The Rev. WILLIAM MILNE is printing a Translation from the Chinese, with Notes, of the Sacred Edict, containing Sixteen Maxims of the Emperor KangHi, amplified by his son Yoong-Ching, with a Paraphrase by a Mandarin. Dr. MONTUCCI is about to publish an Account of the Rev. ROBERT MORRISON'S Chinese Dictionary, and of his own. It will contain about 200 4to pages, with above 1,000 engraved Chinese characters. SELECT LINES by WILLIAM HAYLEY, Esq. THIS blooming world is but a thorny [abound, Where treacherous sweets and latent stings Where ills in ambush every path sur[power round; Health, beauty, opulence, and mental Shrink in an instant, like a shrivell'd flower. [profound, How sinks the heart, in sorrow's gulph When hope's gay visions are in vapours drown'd, And friendship fails us in the trying hour! Yet all the troubles that on mortals wait, [tend, Dark as they are, new scenes of light porTeaching the soul to triumph over fate, And rise from deep depression more elate. Our chastened thoughts, as they to Heaven ascend, Find but in God the never-failing friend. W. H. WHEN buman sufferings wound my eyes, That pain may prove, howe'er it rise, Else, in weak Nature's wide domain, Where misery is so rife, Could Mercy's God himself sustain W. H. THE DAYS OF MY YOUTH. RETURN, oh ye halcyon Days that are gone! [not one Fond Days of my Childhood return, for Has e'er been so bright as the sunbeams that shone On the Days of my Youth. As yet, when no sorrows had broken my rest, [of my breast, When no cares had disturb'd the repose When guiltless I liv'd, oh bow joyous and blest Were the Days of my Youth! But to me those endearments can never [forlorn! The remainder of life must be cold and In vain must I languish, in vain must I return mourn, For the Days of my Youth. Yet hush! for methinks a soft voice that 1 hear [spair, Commands me to banish distrust and deAnd points to my fancy the Future as fair As the Days of my Youth. 'Tis Religion this heavenly comfort would bring, [sing; And in accents as sweet as a Seraph would Bids long-banish'd Hope spread its flutt'ring wing As in Days of my Youth. She says, that if Virtue attend on my age, 'Twill atone for the past, and my sorrows assuage, [to engage And enliven the scenes which were wont. In the Days of my Youth. Then Peace shall return with the shadows of night, [as bright And the rays that shall gild them be almost As the sunbeams that spread so enchanting a light Feb. 27. On the Days of my Youth. THE BLUE-EYED LASSIE, By the celebrated BURNS. IGAED a waeful gate, yestreen, A gate, I fear, I'll dearly rue : Twa lovely een, o' bonnie blue. It was her een, sae bonnie blue. She ta'k'd, she smil'd, my heart she wyl'd, She charm'd my soul, I wist na how; And ay the stound, the deadly wound, Cam fra her een, sae bonnie blue. Mr. |