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life, which has been translated into German; and from a review of the two works in a German periodical publication, we extract the following account of him:He was born, in 1746, at Vierstadt, in Smaalland, of very poor parents, and was so weak that he did not learn to walk before he was four years old. His father taught him to write. His infancy was passed tending cattle and asking alms, and even in this situation he amused himself carving, on the bark of trees, a representation of every thing he saw or could imagine. At the age of eighteen, he was bound apprentice to a common painter, and after the usual time of apprenticeship, and being some short time a journeyman, he became a master, and was appointed district painter at Almisäkra, where he soon afterwards married a servant who was neither handsome nor sensible. He followed his profession here till 1783, when the wish to gain more knowledge of his art drove him to Stockholm, and here he excited much notice, received some attention, and at length obtained a small pension from the government. He passed the remainder of his days at Finspång, in Ost Gothland, under the particular protection of a Baron de Geer. He died here in 1816, at the age of 70. Though a complete peasant in his manners, he left behind him a great number of paintings, particularly altar-pieces, which are much esteemed. He necessarily wanted all the accomplishments which a regular education supplies, but all his pic tures display a vigorous imagination, richness of thought, and clearness of conception. His manner was formed before he visited Stockholm, and it was observed that there was little difference in his works before and after receiving instruction. He painted, to use his own expression, as his humour directed him, and as God had taught him."

Milk-Professor Schubler has published "Researches on Milk and its constituent Principles." The results of his analysis differ greatly from those lately published by Berzelius; and hence, in the author's opinion, prove the great influence of food and climate on the lacteal secretion. 1000 parts of new milk contain 110 of fresh cheese, 50 of fresh serai, 24 of butter, 77 of coarse sugar of milk, and 739 of water; or, in a dry state, 42-6 cheese, 7.87 serai, 24-0 butter, 77.0 sugar of milk, and 848 53 water. 1000 parts of skimmed milk contain 43-64 dry cheese, 8.06 dry serai, 78-94 sugar of milk, and 869-34 water. 1000 parts of cream contain 240 butter, 33 cheese, 6 serai, and 721 whey. Lastly, 721 parts of whey contain 60 coarse sugar of milk. These observations were made at Hofwyl, which is some distance from the mountains, and where the cows are kept constantly in the stable, so that the milk

must be nearly the same as in other flat countries.

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Vinegar. Mr Stotze, apothecary at Halle, has discovered a method of purifying vinegar from wood by treating it with sulphuric acid, manganese, and common salt, and afterwards distilling it over. this method he has obtained a prize from the Royal Society of Gottingen. This gentleman has likewise verified the method proposed by Professor Meineke in 1814 of preserving meat by means of vinegar from wood, and by continued treatment with the same acid has converted bodies into mummies.

Prussia. The official Gazette of Berlin contains some statistical data of the Prussian monarchy, according to authentic reports made in the course of the year 1819. From these it appears that all the states of this monarchy, not including the principality of Neufchatel, comprehend a space of 5014 geographical square leagues, (15 to a degree of the equator, equivalent to 25 French leagues,) or 107,765,760 acres, Rhenish measure, with 10,800,112 inhabitants, including the military. All the great bodies of water do not occupy a space above 2,202,541 acres, which constitutes about the 49th part of the whole surface. It results from a late census by the police, that, at the end of 1818, the population had augmented to the number of 75,000 persons; this is ascribed to foreigners that have settled in them. At Berlin alone were enumerated 1042 males, and 1728 females, that in the year 1819 arrived there, to offer their services as domestics.

Sweden. According to the last census, taken in 1819, the population of the kingdom of Sweden amounted to 2,543,412 inhabitants. The amount of the registers of what is called the civil state of Stockholm, for the year 1819, has produced a result unfavourable for the population, The births were 2329, and the deaths 3238; a diminution therefore has taken place of 909 individuals. Almost one half of the children are born out of marriage. Out of three children, one has invariably died. The marriages have been 504, and the divorces 24.

Africa. The settlement at Algoa Bay has been accomplished. The John trans port, which took out 600 settlers to Algoa Bay, from Lancashire, has returned." We have," says a correspondent, "arrived at Algoa Bay, after a tedious passage. I have been up the country as far as Graham's Town, and a more delightful one cannot be conceived. The proper officer has a surveyed government plan before him of the intended settlement, marked out in lots, of from 100 to 10,000 acres. Every lot has a good spring of water, and very well wooded. Every follower is allowed 100 acres; the quantity of land is sought

for without partiality. The settlement is about 190 miles from the sea, where we found many respectable families already housed. One who had brought out an iron roof was housed, with all his family, in three days and nights, by lodging his roof on the stumps of trees, plastering up

the sides, and giving it a good white washing. The climate here is so good that you have four crops a year. The road to the settlement is good, with excellent pasturage everywhere for your cattle; plenty of water and timber."

WORKS PREPARING FOR PUBLICATION.

LONDON.

IN the present autumn will be published, Travels in Georgia, Persia, Armenia, ancient Babylonia, &c. &c. during the years 1817, 1818, 1819, and 1820, by Sir Robert Ker Porter, &c. &c. These Travels embrace a vast extent of country; namely, almost all that comprised the ancient Assyrian, Babylonian, and Persian Empires, from the banks of the Black Sea to the Euphrates, and from the Euphrates to the mouth of the Persian Gulf.

The favourable reception of the first part of Mr Lingard's History of England has encouraged the author to prepare a fourth volume, which will be published in October next, and will comprise the reigns of Henry VIII. and Edward VI.

Dr Leach has nearly completed his Synopsis of British Mollusca, being an ar rangement of Bivalve and Univalve Shells, according to the animals inhabiting them.

Mr Bridgens is about to publish, in a series of 12 numbers, Sketches illustrative of the Manners and Customs of Italy, Switzerland, and France; the plates are to be coloured, and each will be accompanied by an appropriate description.

Dr Andrew Halliday, domestic physician to his Royal Highness the Duke of Clarence, announces a General History of the House of Guelph, or Royal Family of England, from the first record of that name, to the accession of George the First to the throne of Great Britain. The principal sources from which the author has drawn his materials are the extensive and most valuable collections of Leibnitz, in print as well as in manuscript, preserved in the King's Library at Hanover; the works of Eccard, Gruber, and Muratori; the "Origines Guelfica" of Schneideus; Jornandes' "History of the Goths;" the "Mars Gothicus" of Pretorius; Rethmeyer's and other Chronicles; and Schiller's "History of the Thirty Years' War." The work will be printed in the best manner, in one volume 4to, with a portrait of his Majesty, engraved (by permission) from the Coronation Medal. It will also contain an engraving of the original arms of the House of Guelph.

A Treatise on the Plague is preparing for publication, designed to prove it contagious, from facts, founded on the author's experience, during the visitation of Malta in 1813. By Sir A. B. Faulkner, M. D. With observations on its prevention, character, and treatment; followed by an appendix, containing minutes of the author's evidence given before the Contagion Committee of the House of Commons, accompanied by their Report.

Mr J. A. Heraud, author of "Tottenham," a poem, has in the press, the Legend of St Loy, in four cantos.

Dr Thomson is printing a new edition of his System of Chemistry; he also announces his intention to prepare a work on the Practice of Chemistry.

Outlines of Midwifery will be published in October, developing its principles and practice, with illustrative lithographic engravings, by J. T. Conquest, M. D. F. L. S. &c.

A Translation of Ossian's Poem, Fingal, from the Celtic Original, in Latin Heroic Verse, will, with a prefatory dissertation and notes, be soon submitted to the public, by the Rev. Alex. M'Donald.

A prospectus is published of a new and complete edition of Origines Ecclesiastica; or, Antiquities of the Christian Church; and other works of the Rev. Joseph Bingham, A. M. formerly Fellow of University College, Oxford.

Mr Aspin is preparing for publication an Account of the Naval and Military Exploits which have distinguished the reign of George the Third. The work will be embellished with numerous coloured plates.

Shortly will be published in quarto, a series of designs, lithographed, by Mr J. Hedgeland, for private dwellings, comprising perspective elevations adapted to geometrical measurement, and plans of the several stories, with explanatory refer

ences.

Mr Egan has in the press, a new and original work, entitled, "Life in London: or, Day and Night Scenes of Jerry Hawthorn, Esq. accompanied by his elegant friend, Corinthian Tom, in their Rambles

and Sprees through the Metropolis." It will be completed in about twelve numbers, each number illustrated with three characteristic coloured plates. The scenery will be drawn from real life, by Robert and George Cruikshank.

One of the posthumous works of the late Rev. William Cowherd, Minister of Christ Church, Salford, Manchester, entitled, "Facts Authentic in Sciences and Religion," is nearly ready for publication. It will consist of two parts in one volume, quarto; containing upwards of 6000 extracts illustrative of scripture, from nearly 1000 different authors, besides Mr Cowherd's own remarks, L. 1, 5s. in boards.

In a few days will be published, AntiScepticism; or, an Inquiry into the nature and philosophy of language as connected with the Sacred Scriptures, by the author of the Philosophy of Elocution.

EDINBURGH.

The Works of John Playfair, F. R. S. L. & E. late Professor of Natural Philosophy in the University of Edinburgh; with a short Account of the Author's Life, 4 vols. 8vo.

The Life of the late Principal Hill of St Andrews, by George Cook, D.D. F. R.S.E. One volume octavo.

The work will contain an account of Dr Hill's early life and pursuits; of his ministry; of the leading part which he long took in ecclesiastical affairs; of his theological studies and his printed works; of his political sentiments; of his concluding years after he had retired from active life; and of his death. In an Appendix, some interesting correspondence and documents are inserted.

An Essay on the Principles of Evidence, and their Application to Subjects of Judicial Inquiry; with a view to 1llustrate the Rules of Evidence recognised in the Law of Scotland. By James Glassford, Esq. Advocate. One volume octavo.

Flora Scotica; or Description of the Plants Indigenous to Scotland and the Isles. by W. J. Hooker, LL.D. F. R. S. L. & E. Regius Professor of Botany in the University of Glasgow. One volume oc

tavo.

Northern Memoirs, calculated for the Meridian of Scotland. Wherein most or all of the cities, Citadels, Sea-ports, Castles, Forts, Fortresses, Rivers and Rivulets, are Compendiously described. Together with Choice Collections of Various Discoveries, Remarkable Observations, Theological Notions, Political Axioms, National Intrigues, Polemic Inferences, Contemplations, Speculations, and several Curious and Industrious Inspections; lineally drawn from Antiquaries, and other Noted and Intelligible Persons of Honour and

Eminency. The Contemplative and Prac tical Angler, by way of Diversion. With a Narrative of that Dextrous and Mysterious Art Experimented in England, and Perfected in more Remote and Solitary Parts of Scotland. By way of Dialogue. Writ in the year 1658, but not till now made Publick. By Richard Franck, Philanthropus. New edition.

The Works of John Dryden, Illustrated with Notes, Historical, Critical, and Explanatory, and a Life of the Author. By Sir Walter Scott, Bart. Second edition, revised and corrected, 18 vols. 8vo.

Historical Sketches of the Highlands of Scotland; with Military Annals of the Highland Regiments. By David Stewart, Colonel in the Army. Two volumes octa

vo.

The leading object of this work is to trace the effects of climate and situation, of ancient manners and superstitions, and of peculiar habits and institutions, in forming the military character of the Highlanders. But the principal attraction of this work will be found to consist in the History of their Martial Achievements, in which a great mass of original information has been accumulated, and many interesting facts and details been recorded from the author's personal observation and experience. Interspersed through work, will also be found many curious anecdotes illustrative of the Highland character; particularly of their heroic and chivalrous devotion to the Jacobite cause.

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Rome in the Nineteenth Century, containing a Complete Account of the Ruins of the Ancient City.-the Remains of the Middle Ages,-and the Monuments of Modern Times; with Remarks on the Fine Arts, on the State of Society, and on the Religious Ceremonies, Manners, and Customs of the Modern Romans,-in a Series of Letters, written during a resi dence at Rome in the Years 1817 and 1818. Three volumes octavo.

Mr Dymock, Glasgow, is engaged in a Work on Grecian and Roman Literature.

The Rev. Dr Chalmers has in the press, and will publish about the beginning of November, a Volume of Discourses on "The Application of Christianity to the Commercial and Ordinary Affairs of Life." 8vo. 8s. bds.

A Series of Lithographic Designs in quarto, for private dwellings, comprising Perspective Elevations, adapted to Geometrical Measurement, and Plans of the seve ral Stories, with Explanatory References; by Mr J. Hedgeland.

The Christian and Civic Economy of Large Towns, No. 5. on Patronage; by Thomas Chalmers, D. D. Minister of St John's Church, Glasgow; will be published on the 1st of October.

MONTHLY LIST OF NEW PUBLICATIONS.

LONDON.

ANTIQUITIES.

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Bibliotheca Rara et Curiosa; or, a Catalogue of a highly curious Collection of Books lately formed on the Continent; by Boosey and Sons. 1s. 6d.

Hurst, Robinson, and Co.'s Catalogue of Engraved Copper Plates, by the most esteemed Artists. Also an Index of the Subjects. 2s.

A Catalogue of Books in Anatomy, Medicine, Surgery, Midwifery, Chemistry, Botany, &c. &c. &c. which, with Books in every other department of Literature, are on sale at John Anderson's Medical Library, 40, West Smithfield. Js. Gd.

Simco's Catalogue for 1820; consisting of Illuminated Books, Prints, and Portraits, Manuscripts, Guillims' Heraldry, Arms, Colours, Rademapers Views, Portraits of Kings of Scotland and Denmark, &c. 2s. 6d.

BOTANY.

Essay on the Political and Moral Use of Theatres. 5s.

EDUCATION.

The Young Lady's Guide to Practical Arithmetic and Book-keeping, arranged on a new and improved Plan; by C. Morrison. 3s. 6d. half bound.

The New System of Musical Education, as announced and explained in his public Lectures, in reference to Teaching in Classes, &c.; by Joseph Kemp.

The Theory of Elocution, exhibited in connection with a new and Philosophical Account of the Nature of instituted Language; by B. H. Smart. 8vo. 7s. bds.

A Selection of Greek Sentences, with an Index and Lexicon, in Greek and English; by the Rev. G. N. Wright. 12mo. 4s. bds.

The Greck Primer; or, a Praxis on the various terminations and formations of Nouns and Verbs, with copious lists of examples, Greek and English; by D. B. Hickie. 12mo. 4s. 6d. bds.

The Establishments of Immanuel de Fillenberg, at Hoffwyl, considered with reference to their claims upon the attention of men in public stations; by the Count Louis de Villevieille. 2s.

HISTORY.

The History of the Jews, from the Destruction of Jerusalem to the present time; by Hannah Adams. 12s. bds.

The third volume of a Summary of the History of the English Church, and of the Sects which have departed from its Communion; with answers to each dissenting Body, relative to its pretended grounds of Separation; by Johnson Grant. 12s. bds.

A Political History of the City of Carlisle, from the year 1700 to the present time; to which is added, full and correct

Botanical Dictionary; or, Universal Her- Lists of the Poll in 1816, and in May bal. 2 vols. 4to, plates.

CLASSICS.

Exercises for Greek Verse; consisting of extremely literal Translations from the Anthologia, &c.; by the Rev. Edmund Squire, 7s. bds.

Aristarchus Anti Bloomfieldianus; or, a Reply to the Notice of the New Greek Thesaurus, inserted in the 44th Number of the Quarterly Review; by E. H. Barker; to which are added, the Jena Reviews of Mr Bloomfield's Edition of Callimachus and Eschyli Persæ, translated from the German. 8vo. 4s. 6d.

DRAMA.

Edda; or, the Hermit of Warkworth; a Melo-drama; by Edw. Ball. 2s.

A Dramatic Synopsis; containing an

1820. 2s. bds.

A Dissertation on the Passage of Hannibal over the Alps, with 4 maps. 8vo.

12s.

LAW.

A Treatise on the Law of Property, arising from the relation between Husband and Wife; by R. S. D. Roper. 2 vols. royal 8vo. L. 2, 2s. bds.

A Digest of the Law of Landlord and Tenant; by P. Bingham. 8vo. 19s. bds. A Treatise on the Law between Debtor and Creditor; by John Dufrene. 3s. 6d.

Original Precedents in Conveyancing; with notes, critical and explanatory, and concise directions for drawing or settling Conveyances; by J. H. Prince. 12s. 6d. A System of the Shipping and Naviga

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A Chemical and Medical Report of the Properties of the Mineral Waters of Buxton, Matlock, Bath, &c.; by Charles Scuddamore.

Vol. VIII. of Medical Transactions, published by the College of Physicians in London, with coloured plates. 12s. bds.

A Taxicological Chart, in which are exhibited, at one view, the Symptoms, Treatment, and modes of detecting the various Poisons, Mineral, Vegetable, and Animal, according to the latest experiments and observations, (most respectfully dedicated to the Royal Humane Society,) by a Member of the Royal College of Surgeons in London. 2s. 6d.

Observations on Variolous Inoculation and Vaccination, in a Letter to a Friend; with an Appendix, containing some Remarks on the Extension of Small Pox, in the town of Melksham and its vicinity; by J. F. Hulbert.

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The Improvement of English Roads urged, during the existing dearth of Employment for the Poor. 2s.

The Athenian Oracle, abridged; containing the most valuable Questions and Answers in the Volumes of the original Work on History, Philosophy, Divinity, Love, and Marriage. 8vo. 10s. 6d.

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Tabella Cibaria; the Bill of Fare; implicitly translated from the Latin, and fully explained in copious Notes. sm. 4to. 10s. 6d.

The Angel of the World, an Arabian Tale; Sebastian, a Spanish Tale; with other Poems; by the Rev. George Croly. 8s. 6d.

Select Works of the British Poets, with Biographical and Critical Prefaces; by Dr Aikin. 18s.

America, an Epistle, in verse; with other Poems. 12mo. 3s. bds.

The Brothers, a Monody; and other Poems; by C. Elton. 5s. bds. Immortality, a Poem, in two Parts. 12mo. 4s. bds.

POLITICS.

The Speech of Thomas Lord Erskine, on moving that a List of Witnesses in Support of the Bill of Pains and Penalties, be forthwith delivered to the Queen. Is.

The Cheltenham Mail Bag; or, Letters from Gloucestershire, edited by Peter Quince, the younger.

Letters from Mrs Delany (widow of Dr P. Delany) to Mrs Frances Hamilton, from the year 1779 to 1788; comprising many unpublished and interesting Anecdotes of their late Majesties and the Royal Family. 8vo. 6s. 6d. bds.

Collections relative to the Claims at the Coronations of several of the Kings of England, beginning with Richard II., being curious and interesting Documents, derived from authentic sources. 8vo. 5s.

The Political Quixote; or, the Adventures of the renowned Don Blackibo Dwarfino and his trusty Squire Seditiono, in quest of the Penny Subscription. 4s. bds.

An Epistle from William Lord Russel to William Lord Cavendish, supposed to have been written the evening before his The Wharbroke Legend; a Tale of the Execution; by the Right Hon. Geo. CanDead. 14s. ning. 4s.

NOVELS.

Baldwin; or, the Miser's Heir; a SerioComic Tale; by an Old Bachelor. Ils. Sir Francis Darrell; or, the Vortex ; by R. C. Dallas. 4 vols. 12mo. L. 1, Ss. 11

POLITICAL ECONOMY.

A Translation of M. Say's Treatise on Political Economy.

An Analysis of the True Principles of

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