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encounter. Above all things, they should avoid keeping them in hot stables, which not only enervates and renders them delicate and susceptible of cold, but also engenders many troublesome diseases. Standing in the stable, upon high feed, and without much exercise, is no less pernicious; it is the source of numerous diseases; and though a horse under such circumstances may appear sleek and fat, he may be truly said to be in bad condition: and if he were forced to much exertion in such a state, a fever would probably be the conse quence.

It will be fortunate for the animal, if his feet escape from injury under such treatment. To render a horse fit for actual service, he should be inured to cold stables and to stand without clothing; his wind should be brought to perfection by regular exercise gradually increased, and by a moderate use of mild physic. He should be now and then galloped, that he may be accustomed to that velocity of motion he will often be wanted for. His feet should be carefully attended to, and got into the best order possible.

If the heels swell, and the horse appears to have what are termed bumours, he should be allowed to run at grass during the day. Obstinate coughs will also be alleviated by this treatment. In short, whatever imperfection the horses may labour under at this time, should be strictly attended to, and, if possible, removed; and it is no less adviseable to prevent, by prudent management, those troublesome diseases which are daily happening.'

MILITARY AFFAIRS.

Art. 34. An Inquiry into the present State of the Military Force of the British Empire, with a View to its Re-organization. Addressed to the Right Hon. Wm. Pitt. By Lieut. Col. R.T. Wilson, K.M.T. 8vo. 2s. 6d. Egerton.

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Much interest has been excited by this pamphlet, in consequence of the known military reputation of its author, and the importance and the boldness of several of his statements. Sir Robert seems to have anticipated the opposition which he has experienced, and he frankly declares: Conscious of the integrity of my intentions, I shall defy the hostility of prejudice, and spurn the insinuations of calumny: but happy should I be indeed, if any representation of mine shall contribute to secure that interference which has been too long withheld, but for which the present epoch presents the most favourable occasion.' To us it appears that, thinking as Sir Robert does, he discharges an imperious duty to his country in submitting his opinions to public investigation; and they should be considered with attention, whether they obtain acquiescence in whole or in part, or should be finally rejected.

The objects of Sir R. Wilson's remarks are the Volunteers, the Militia, the Army of Reserve, the Regular Army, the Guards, Pay, and Distinctions: but it is on the first point principally that he has encountered opposition, since his views are by no means favourable to this great link in our chain of defence, as at present managed. It is impossible for us, on many accounts, to enter into a detailed examination of his sentiments either in this or the other parts of his pamphlet: but we must express our conviction that, throughout the whole, many

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serious truths are stated, and many judicious observations presented to
the mind; though it may be necessary to make some allowance for
the bias by which the author, as a professional man, must necessa-
rily be influenced.

Art. 35. A Letter to Licut. Col. Sir Robert Wilson, K.M.T. By an
Englishman. 8vo. 28. Cadell and Davies.

This Englishman certainly avails himself of his native privileges with great freedom, and criticizes Sir R. Wilson's pamphlet with much minuteness and severity. He does not, however, always write with that temper with which the subject ought to be discussed, nor with that politeness to which Sir Robert is intitled. Many of his remarks seem to be well-founded, but others appear to us to be much more superficial than those which they combat, and some do not bear adequately on the point in debate.

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The Preface states that the plan and outline of these letters were suggested by an elegant work which appeared about 20 years since in the French language, intitled “ Conseils d'un Militaire à son Fils; par M. le Baron d'A Colonel d'Infanterie," and which has lately been republished in Paris, under the title of "Le Guide du jeune Militaire. Howsoever derived, and to whomsoever we are indebted for this English compilement, we can recommend it to all young military men; as containing sentiments and advice well worthy of their adoption, as altogether pleasingly written, and as appositely and agreeably illustrated by anecdotes of eminent military characters in both antient and modern times. The work constitutes not a treatise on tactics, but an elegant and judicious lecture on the formation of the mind, and the regulation of the conduct of young men who have embraced the profession of arms. It treats on these among other subjects: on Health and Bodily Strength, on Bravery and Courage, on Greatness of Soul, on the Love of our Country, on Discipline, on Humanity, Modesty, Prudence, Secrecy, Foresight, Honour, False Honour, Anger, Falsehood, Pride, True and False Glory, Duelling, &c.; on Guides, Spies, and Deserters; on Councils of War; on Occasions on which what is prudent must give way to what is da ring; on acquiring the Confidence of Soldiers; on ensuring their Courage, &c. &c. The precepts here inculcated are truly such as will combine to form the Gentleman and the Soldier, and the composition is extremely well calculated to instil them with effect.

Art. 37. The Aide de Camp, or Staff Officer's Assistant. Containing
Statements of the Pay, Allowances, and Contingencies, granted to
all Officers of the Military and Medical Staff, when employed in
Districts in Great Britain. Together with Forms and complete
Instructions for making out their half yearly Accounts, &c. &c.
By a Brigade-Major. 12mo. pp. 79. 6s. Boards. Ginger.

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This compilement will undoubtedly prove useful to staff officers, particularly those who are inexperienced: but we must think that the author might have retrenched much of the repetitions which occur in the statements of each officer's pay and allowances, and thus have diminished the expence of the work, without the danger of misconception which he seems to think would have thus been incurred. Art. 38. The Art of Defence on Foot, with the Broad Sword and Sabre : adapted also for the Spadroon, or cut-and-thrust Sword. Improved and augmented with the ten Lessons of Mr. John Taylor, late Broadsword Master to the Light Horse Volunteers of London and Westminster. Illustrated with Plates by R. K. Porter, Esq. 8vo. JOS. 6d. Boards. Egerton.

It is now highly advisable that the military Art of Defence on Foot should be generally understood and acquired; and for this purpose the present volume will prove an useful guide. The plates are large and distinct, and are therefore not only necessary but effective assistants. Practice, however, must in course accompany theory in this fase.

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MISCELLANEOUS.

Art. 39. Observations chiefly Lithological, made in a Five Weeks'
Tour to the principal Lakes in Westmoreland and Cumberland.
Pp. 80.
2s. 6d. sewed. Ostell. 1804.
The scenery which presented itself to this anonymous traveller has
been so often described, that he very properly declines indulging in
repetition; and the title sufficiently indicates the confined nature of
his observations. In the course of five weeks, an active and zealous
mineralogist would achieve more than is here accomplished: but the
writer's remarks are generally judicious and corect, and may enable
future observers to extend their notices in this interesting line of in-
quiry. The two cabinets at Keswick are mentioned with a degree
of respect to which they are scarcely intitled.

Such of the author's remarks as are unconnected with mineralogy are neither new nor important. The assertion that Stockport could pot have quadrupled its numbers in ten years' is thus attempted to be proved: This would be making the Stockport women prolific with a vengeance, and cause them to eclipse, in replenishing the earth, their transatlantic sisters of Vermont and Kentucky. May not the population of a place be increased four fold in the term here specified by an influx of new inhabitants?-In the following passage, house-rent is strangely interjccted between grouse and plover: The grouse, from what I heard, are more numerous in the neighbourhood of Appleby, than in any other part of Cumberland, or Westmoreland. I do not know the price of house rent in Keswick; they ask a guinea a-week, and even more, for private lodgings. At Ambleside the charge for these was only twelve shillings per week. The plover is not uncommon in these counties, and the lapwing is likewise their visitant.'

The writer's journal commences with some disjointed sentences, which kindly prepare the reader for those negligences of style that occur in the sequel. Thus, from Penrith I took the Shap road, by

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the side of Emont bridge was growing Malva Moschata, in size almost a shrub. On a promontory to the east of the lake, stands a house belonging to an attorney at Cockermouth, by the name of Benson, one of the sweetest spots I ever beheld.' — The accommodations at this inn are not so good as at Keswick; but I made a very good dinner there.' Quere Where did the mineralogist dine? It is not possible for words to describe the elegance of this tale in granite.' This tale comes on us by surprize; for the journalist had just mentioned red garnet crystals in trap, from near Buttermere,' and beautiful carbonate of lead, from Newlands.' But it is not this sort of transition I am about to speak. A quantity of Quakers' more preferable,'-' most preferable,' &c.-We should be glad to announce this lithological sketch in an extended and corrected form.

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Art. 40. Translations from the Greek, viz. Aristotle's Synopsis of the Virtues and Vices. The Similitudes of Demophilus. The Golden Sentences of Democrates; and the Pythagoric Symbols, with the Explanations of Jamblichus. By William Bridgman, F.L.S. To which are added, the Pythagoric Sentences of Demophilus, by Mr. Thomas Taylor. Crown 8vo. pp. 135. 55. Boards. White. 1804.

This collection of the moral sentiments and practical remarks of the sages of old time is well worthy of being presented to the public in an English dress. The synopsis of the virtues and vices, ascribed to Aristotle, is particularly valuable; and we extract the description of Fortitude, because it contains sentiments well adapted to our present state of danger, and shews how nobly and justly the Philosophers of antiquity reflected on the duties of life:

It is the property of Fortitude not to be easily terrified by the dread of things pertaining to death; to possess good confidence in things terrible, and presence of mind in dangers; rather to prefer to be put to death worthily, than to be preserved basely; and to be the cause of victory.

Further, it is the property of Fortitude to labour and endure, and to make valorous exertion an object of choice. But presence of mind, a well disposed soul, confidence, and boldness, are the attendants on Fortitude:-and. besides these, industry and patience.'

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We observe the word but frequently misemployed, where the force of the original is besides or moreover. We must also remark that ignobility and immoderation are words not in common acceptation.-The volume is very neatly and even elegantly printed.

Art. 41. The Fashionable World displayed. By Theophilus Christian,
Esq. 8vo. 3s. 6d. Boards. Hatchard. 1804.

This is a very keen and pointed satire against the follies and vices of the fashionable world; which is here represented as a nation in itself, subsisting under peculiar laws and privileges of its own. We are

The corresponding expression in the Greek is er dt, or de simply, which implies some addition to the character given; as we should say, add to this-&c.

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well pleased in general with the sentiments of the author; and we think that his representation of this people is calculated to produce, in many of the members, a lively perception of their true character: but his objection to the plan adopted by them, of rendering places of worship warm and convenient, appears to us unwarranted by either reason or scripture. Religion, we conceive, would not be a sufferer, if churches in general were more adorned and comfortable than they are; and so far from discountenancing the fashionable world in this respect, in their private chapels, we should advise them in their respective residences in the country to consider it as a duty, at least a political duty,

to contribute as much as possible to improve their parish churches. Man?

Art. 42.

SINGLE SERMON S.

The Limit to our Inquiries with respect to the Nature and Attbutes of the Deity. Preached before the University of Cambridge on Coramencement Sunday, July 1, 1804. By George Law, D.Ď. Prebendary of Carlisle. 4to. Is. 6d. Faulder.

The reply of Simonides to Hiero, when required to explain the nature of God, is well known; and its truth must be deeply felt by every one who reflects on this inscrutable subject. Men who are most eminent for wisdom, even when they endeavour to be correct, are liable to fall into error*; and the revelations of Scripture, in reference to the Nature and Attributes of the Deity, must be considered rather as declarative than as completely explanatory. Dr. Law adverts to the limits which are set to our inquiries into this most elevated and most mysterious subject: I. With respect to the influences of the Holy Spirit. II. To the Liberty of Man, as consistent with the foreknowlege of God; and, III. To the Doctrine of the Trinity. On the last of these heads, this ingenious and liberal preacher observes that we are bound to receive with credence and submission what is revealed concerning the divine nature, although the subject lie beyond our span or comprehension.' This is true: but, if the subject lie beyond our comprehension, scripture should be no more augmented by new terms on the one hand, than curtailed on the other. Our ignorance should moreover teach us humility and candour, and incline us to regard the essence of religion as consisting rather in virtuous action than in endless controversy.

Art. 43. Preached at the Anniversary of the Royal Humane Society, 24th April, 1803, in St. James's Church, Westminster. By the Rt. Rev. Geo. Isaac Huntingford, D.D. Bishop of Gloucester. With an Appendix of Miscellaneous Observations on Resuscitation, by the Society. 8vo. Is. 6d. Nichols, &c.

Perhaps it is not altogether fair to apply the ordinary rules of criticism to compositions of this nature, which are delivered on particular occasions. The necessity, which the preacher feels, of introducing some remarks peculiar to the institution, has an unavoidable

Sir I. Newton, in his Scholium Generale, is perhaps in this predicament, when he says "Deus non est Infinitas et Eternitas, sed infi

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