Two Treatises on the Church. The first by THOMAS JACKSON, D.D. The second by ROBERT SANDERSON, D.D. To which is added a Letter of Bishop Cosin. Edited, with Introductory Remarks, by WILLIAM GOODE, M.A. London: Hatchard and Son. 1843. THE name of the very ingenious and laborious author of the "Divine Rule of Faith" is doubtless familiar to all our readers. The errors of that school, which passes under the designation of Tractarian, have never been assailed by an antagonist armed with weapons so carefully selected and tempered, and arrayed in armour so diligently proved. A weak opponent helps his adversary-it was so with the early progress of the Oxford writers; they were cried down, instead of being argued down. Well meaning but incompetent persons raised a dust and clamour that bewildered and annoyed, without convincing or vanquishing

"And Prejudice stood up to swear all true."

Mr. Goode is an opponent of a very different description. He has a reason to give for the faith that is in him-he has learning not inferior to that which he combats, and he compensates a deficiency in sophism by the majestic sufficiency of truth. We thank him for the republication of the treatises which compose the present volume. The Church is the key-stone of the Tractarian theology; suffer this key-stone to be laid according to the design of Dr. Pusey, and the edifice of doctrine soon rises in all its harmony and splendour. Dr. Jackson, whose treatise occupies the first place, is an unimpeachable witness, having been characterized by Dr. Pusey himself, as "one of the best and greatest minds our Church has nurtured." It is thus that Jackson speaks of this Church-he calls it "a true and real body, consisting of many parts, all really, though mystically and spiritually, united into one Head, and by their real union with one Head, all are really and truly united amongst themselves." Upon this definition Mr. Goode observes:-" In the Tractarian view the prime question is, what constitutes a man a member of the Church? In Dr. Jackson, what unites a man to Christ, and constitutes him a member of Christ's body? According to Tractarian notions, a man becomes united to Christ only by becoming a member of the Church. According to Dr. Jackson, a man becomes a true and real member of the Church only by being united to Christ. The attention of the Tractarian, therefore, is directed to the determination of the nature and constitution of the visible Church, as it existed in primitive times, and the forms and ceremonies necessary for a regular and orderly introduction to it; and having laid down an exclusive rule of Church government and discipline, he affirms that those only who have submitted to this rule form Christ's body, and are united to him as his Church. The attention of Dr. Jackson, having respect to the primitive order of Church government and discipline, is, nevertheless, in the first place, directed to those spiritual requisites which, according to Scripture, produce union with Christ, and make men members of his body; and by the existence of these characteristics he determines who constitute the true Church of Christ.

Hence, with him, the one holy Catholic Church, which we believe in the creed, is the aggregate of those who are spiritually united to Christ by a living faith."

The authority of Sanderson, the acutest of reasoners, the profoundest of thinkers, is properly brought to strengthen and confirm the argument of Jackson. Oh! that spear must be like a weaver's beam, darted by a gigantic hand, which is to pierce the shields of these champions of the faith, thus led down from their "high and lettered retreats," into the field of theological controversy. The letter of Bishop Cosin worthily concludes the volume. It illustrates the view which he took of the position of the foreign Reformed Churches, and the character of their orders.

Puseyism, or Anglo-Catholicism briefly considered in connexion with the Doctrine of the Church of Rome. By a Member of the Protestant Reformed Church of England. London: Lee. 1843. WE object to the title of this pamphlet for the same reason that we have objected to a somewhat similar title of another work, namely, that it makes Puseyism identical with Anglo-Catholicism. Because the writers of the Tracts choose to call themselves Anglo-Catholics, surely we are not to give up our own claims to the title, nor yet to concede to those individuals, a designation which they have assumed, but which belongs to all sound members of the Anglican Church.

Four Letters to the Right Reverend Connop Thirlwall, Bishop of St. David's, on the Claims of the Dioceses of Wales to augmentation out of the general fund at the disposal of the Ecclesiastical Commissioners. By CAMBRENSIS. 1843.

THE author's aim is to establish the claims of the dioceses of Wales to a portion of the fund for the augmentation of poor livings. There can be no doubt that Wales contains a very large proportion of small benefices; and we believe that the Commissioners will not overlook that portion of the country. To those who are interested in this question we recommend the perusal of this pamphlet. It pleads the cause of Wales ably, and it will be read with much interest.

Foxe's Book of Martyrs. Edited by the Rev. JOHN CUMMING, M.A. Parts XXIII. XXIV. London: Virtue.

THIS is little more than a reprint of the text of Foxe, the Martyrologist; but when the work is completed, it will be interesting to a large class of readers, in consequence of its numerous embellishments, which are well executed. We are glad to see John Foxe in various garbs; and the very attempt of Mr. Virtue proves that the Martyrologist is in favour with the people; we would only suggest that the name should be properly written-that is, Foxe,not Fox.

Anglo-Catholicism not Apostolical; being an Inquiry into the Scriptural Authority of the Leading Doctrines advocated in "The Tracts for the Times," and other publications of the Anglo-Catholic School. By WILLIAM LINDSAY ALEXANDER, M.A. Edinburgh: Black. WE must complain of the title of this book, for we cannot agree that Anglo-Catholicism is not Apostolical. The doctrines, and discipline, and government are truly apostolical. But the writer explains his meaning in the preface. He there limits the expression AngloCatholicism to the peculiar views of the Tracts for the Times: consequently, with such an explanation, we can adopt it. Still we consider the author to have been unfortunate in his choice of a title. Why, for instance, should he limit the application of a word, which is claimed by all sound members of the Anglican Church? They deem themselves to be Anglo-Catholics. But having stated our objection to the title, and pointed out its application by the author, we most readily add, that there is much in this volume which deserves to be well and seriously pondered. The preface is moderately written. The author does not deal in mere declamations against the authors of the Tracts for the Times, as is too frequently the case with many of their opponents. On the contrary, he admits "the talent, learning, and apparent sincerity" of the writers. His main object is to show that the peculiar views of the Tracts were not received by the Church in the early ages. He has manifested a most conciliating and Christian spirit in his management of the argument; while, on many points, he has fully established his position against the Tracts. On some points, indeed, we cannot concur with the writer, especially in his views of the apostolical succession, the nature of the Christian ministry, and some other topics nearly allied. We look upon these as blemishes in a work otherwise calculated to be very useful at the present juncture.

The Last Days, their near Approach and Perilous Character; including a New Interpretation of the Seven Vials, the Battle of Armageddon, and the Coming of the Son of Man. By the Author of "Downfall of Popery." London: Ward. 1843.

We cannot be expected to offer an opinion on the various questions discussed in the present volume. They are questions on which the public mind is much divided; though almost all, who have paid attention to the subject, agree in thinking that important events are on the eve of being developed. But though we cannot venture to express an opinion on the topics embraced in the work, we can state that much moderation is displayed by the author. Into the actual views we profess not to enter, for amidst such a variety of conflicting opinions we may well be excused for not giving expression to our own. At the same time the inquiry is one of great interest; and when modestly conducted, we have no objection to the study. Many works on prophecy are so dogmatically written, and the spirit evinced is so contrary to the Gospel, that we feel the more pleasure in perusing the present volume.

An Additional Supplement to the Literary Policy of the Church of Rome, exhibited in an account of the Damnatory Catalogues, or Indexes, &c. Second Edition. 1830. By the Rev. JOSEPH MENDHAM, M.A. London: Duncan and Malcolm. 1843. MR. MENDHAM has long been known by his learned labours, especially in connexion with the practice of the Church of Rome respecting her Indexes. It has been the policy of that Church to prevent the reading of the Scriptures by the people; and not only so, but she has also prohibited the use of other works which were calculated to open the ears of her members to the truth. There was no other method of accomplishing the end, than that of publishing a list of such books as were to be prohibited, as well as an enumeration of passages from other works which might be read under the specified restrictions. Some works, therefore, are altogether prohibited, while others are to be read only in parts. Some years ago Mr. Mendham presented to the public a most elaborate and learned account of all the works of this character, which, from the earliest period, have been authoritatively put forth by the Church of Rome. To this very important volume the present pamphlet is an additional supplement.

We beg to refer our readers to that learned work: it contains more information on this subject than is to be found in any other production. Mr. Mendham gives a minute description of the various Indexes, and he generally describes them from a personal inspection. It is curious to trace the progress of Rome's "literary policy;" and this may be done by any one who peruses Mr. Mendham's work. To those who possess the volume, this pamphlet will prove a most acceptable addition. Mr. Mendham is so well qualified for the discussion of this subject, that we are always glad to find him prosecuting his labours and researches in a field which must be regarded as peculiarly his own. Few writers of the present day have done greater service to the Church.

History of the Sandwich Islands, &c. By JAMES JACKSON JARVES, Member of the American Oriental Society. London: Moxon. OUR readers will obtain an insight into the character and objects of this volume by learning the motives of the author in composing it. He attempted, to adopt while we abbreviate his sentiments, to trace the courses and results of the "antagonistic efforts of the several influences which have been brought to accelerate or impede" the progress of Christianity in that interesting cluster of islands, which Captain Cook, in honour of the then first Lord of the Admiralty, designated the Sandwich Islands. The author has the advantage, not enjoyed by many historians, of personal acquaintance with the country and people described. He landed at Oahu in 1837; he remained in the island nearly four years-the most valuable fruits, indeed, of that residence are not contained in the present volume. His sketches of life and manners in these remote regions, of their natural phenomena, and of the great volcanic eruption of 1840,

together with a full account of the mightiest of craters, as he calls it-the gigantic Lua Pele, or Kilavea in Hawaii-all these subjects of amusement and instruction the writer reserves for a future and separate volume, if the reception of the present should indicate any popular interest in the fortunes of the nation to whose history it is directed. It remains to be added, that the writer is an American, and that he appears, during his residence in the Sandwich Islands, to have edited a weekly paper at Honololu.

The volume is divided into twelve chapters, and commencing with a brief outline of the physical features of the Hawaiian Archipelago, with their prominent characteristics and capabilities, the author proceeds to communicate some information respecting the early history of these islands-their manners and customs-until, after touching upon the European visits, which seem to have been made to the Hawaiian islands two centuries before Cook, he arrives at that period in their history which is marked by the arrival of that celebrated navigator. From this time the stream of history begins to flow. It is a little and a troubled stream, but its course leads the philosophic investigator among some of the most interesting scenery of the moral world. It is obviously out of our power to follow this stream; but we think that the writer of the present volume will not be found an inefficient guide. He has strong prejudices, and he is an American. The former exception will explain the enthusiasm with which he exalts the labours and the virtues of the American missionaries; and the latter will account for several inelegancies, and, as they sound to an English ear, provincialisms, which occur in these pages. The narrative of Cook's proceedings deserves an attentive perusal; and the progress of the Roman Catholic mission will also be examined with interest.

The Perils of the Nation: an Appeal to the Legislature, the Clergy, and the Higher and Middle Classes. London: Seeley. 1843. WE cannot enter upon the various topics which are discussed in this volume, for they are so numerous and so important that it would be impossible to discuss them in a cursory notice. The title will at once point the reader to some of those grave questions which force themselves upon the notice of Christian men at the present moment. The author treats the subjects with great solemnity. He is evidently aware of the dangers with which, as a nation, we are threatened. It will be seen that he addresses various classes of the community, and, among others, the bishops and the clergy. We have some doubts on this point. We cannot quite reconcile ourselves to the idea of an anonymous author lecturing the bishops. Our hope is, that all our prelates are anxious to discharge their duties as in the presence of God. Still the work is full of very important reflections and suggestions, and few persons can read it without reaping considerable benefit. There are many, indeed, to whom this volume might be exceedingly useful, in leading them to ponder over the state of the nation and the Church.