ferent models, that each was, by way of eminence, denominated an ORDER.

Of these there are five: three, said to be of Grecian origin, are called Grecian Orders; being distinguished by the names of Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian; they exhibit three distinct characters of composition, supposed to have been suggested by the diversity of character in the human frame. The remaining two, being of Italian origin, are called Latin or Roman Orders; they are distinguished by the names of Tuscan and Roman, and were probably invented with a view of extending the characteristic bounds, on one side still farther towards strength and simplicity, as on the other, towards elegance and profusion of enrich

ments.

The architectural department of the work concludes with remarks on the Ancient Architecture of Great Britain, which will not be without interest to those who are fond of archæological inquiries.

A treatise on Perspective, Projection, and Shadows, completes the main work; to which is added an arithmetical Appendix, that nothing may be wanting for the information of those who may desire to carry the practical instructions before given into execution.

The Plates, by which the work is illustrated, are one hundred and eighty-four in number. Of these, a detailed description is given, which will in every instance be found useful, and in some indispensable. The ingenuity of design which they display, the observant mind will soon discover, and the beauty of their graphical execution arrests immediate attention, naturally inducing a desire to understand the principles of an art, the productions of which are equally gratifying to the scientific and the tasteful eye.

"The Practical Builder's Perpetual Price-book" is an elaborate appendix to "the Practical Builder," and contains in quantity more than one, fourth of the principal work. We understand it is about to be published separately, in a portable form, which, from its great practical utility, will be of infinite convenience to all who have frequent occasion to pronounce or form opinions on the value of labour or materials, without the opportunity of previous preparation. The great distinction between this and other price-books is, that while they are adapted to the state of the market merely for the time being, but become incorrect, and, consequently, worse than useless, as that fluctuates, this is so constructed as to enable the builder, surveyor, or employer, whatever the market price of labour or materials may be, to determine with precision what is the proper charge. All parties concerned in building are thus supplied with a scientific manual, or vademecum, from which, however prices may fluctuate, the required

information may be readily and certainly obtained. It has been also rendered additionally valuable, by having its calculations made with reference to the recent act of parliament for establishing uniformity in weights and measures. A copious abstract of the building act concludes the work, and renders it one of the most complete productions of the kind ever presented to the public.

At once elaborate without being tedious, and concise without being defective, these works supply all persons, in any manner interested in buildings, whether of a public or private nature, with that species of information, which will enable the builder to perform his engagements with credit to himself and benefit to those who employ him; at the same time that they give the latter an opportunity of forming a correct judg ment, as to the propriety of the builder's proceedings, in the progress of the works to be performed, and, what is of no less importance, as to the correctness of his charges on the completion of his undertaking.

Second Series of Original Poems, for Young Persons. pp. 107.-Souter, 1825.

THOSE who have been delighted (and none could fail to be so,) with the first series of "Original Poems," will be still more pleased with this. It is, indeed, "a nice little book." That improvement which is so generally manifest, now-adays, in books designed for youth, is by no means wanting here. There are some, perhaps, who may think, that a book "for young persons" is beneath the attention of so dignified a tribunal as that of criticism, and destitute of sufficient importance to interest the readers of a literary journal. We entertain a very different opinion. Books, as well as other things, should be estimated by their utility rather than their pretensions. What can be of greater importance to society, than the means employed to sow the seeds of goodness in the infant mind? It is in early life that parents and instructors must form the future character. That, and that only, is the period, when the basis must be laid for the energetic virtues of manhood, and the more retiring delicacy of female excellence.

With these reflections impressed upon our minds, we contemplate the pages before us; and rejoice to perceive, that, while piety and virtue pervade the sentiments they contain, their

indispensable simplicity is not unadorned by the charms of poesy, which are scattered here and there like the daisies of the meadow, never prominent or obtrusive, yet increasing, by their united effect, the beauty of the whole. As the author has truly remarked in his "Introduction," he has formed "a collection suited to various ages;" and, though the whole is very properly adapted to those for whose use it is more especially intended, there are many pieces, certainly, which "will not be unacceptable to those who are more advanced in years."

We have been particularly gratified with "Ploughing," "Sowing," and "Reaping." At this season of the year, when the mind is familiar with ideas of harvest, our readers will not be displeased at our leading them into the yellow field.

REAPING.

Now with autumn the bounties of harvest appear,
And the yellow corn waves in the field;
Now the peasant shall close all the toils of the year,
And plenty her treasures shall yield.

The reaper with triumph begins his employ,
As the bright-beaming sickle he plies;
While over his head the lark carols with joy,
And gratefully mounts to the skies.

Around the wide upland the sheaves may be
Announcing a bountiful store;

seen,

While some scatter'd ears are remaining between,
To gladden the hearts of the poor.

With evening the harvest-home song shall go round,
And the reaper shall rest from his toil;

And, while the gay accents of pleasure resound,
The day shall conclude with a smile.

And thus from the seed that in spring-time was sown
Ju the fallow, by ploughing prepar'd,

This plentiful harvest in autumn has grown,

As industry's constant reward.

So when the grey evening of age shall come on,
And the labours of youth shall be past,

May we find, on reviewing the years that are gone,
A harvest of virtue at last.

As a contrast to this scene of rural happiness and prosperity, and the moral drawn from its contemplation, it may not be

inappropriate, and will certainly not be unimproving, to be reminded of

THE USES OF ADVERSITY.

Say, Pilgrim, in this world of pain,
Of sad adversity and woe,
Is there no hope within the train,

To smooth the rugged path below?
Does not affliction daily prove

The source of comfort from above,

And teach the froward heart to know,

That, from Almighty love, our destin'd trials flow?

Yes! 'tis by suffering, grief, and pain,
That hope, the soother of the breast,
Forbids the spirit to complain,

And lulls each anxious fear to rest;
Points to the realms of endless day,
That close the weary pilgrim's way,
Where dwells, enthron'd in light above,

The God of smiling peace, tranquillity, and love.

Such reflections, though somewhat mournful, are at once delightful and improving; and they to whom it is not an unwonted occupation to "rejoice with them that rejoice, and weep with them that weep," will not fail to remember with pleasure their introduction to

THE VILLAGE PASTOR.

Oh! tempt me not with wealth or pow'r,
Oh! give me not the lordling's dome;
Drive not away the humble poor,

That now surround my peaceful home.

To me each want, each care is known,
To me they tell each tale of grief;
But who will hear when I am gone,
Who will afford the kind relief?

My means are small, their wants the same,
I have not riches to bestow;

A pastor to my flock I came,

To guide their erring path below.

Advice they ask'd, advice I gave;
If poverty assail'd their cot,
From pinching want I strove to save,
Nor was the trifling gift forgot.

But riches fail'd to ease the smart,

Where conscious guilt had fix'd a stain;
Where crime had rankled in the heart,
That sought for peace, but sought in vain.
Then 'twas the faithful pastor's care,
To hear the harrowing tale of woe;
To hear the accents of despair

Pronounce the fear-extorted vow.

'I'was mine to calm the troubled breast,
Religion's cheering truths reveal;
And sooth the guilty soul to rest,
When waking conscience bid it feel.

Such were the riches I bestow'd,

And thus the poor my bounty shar'd;
And when with hope their bosoms glow'd,
The silent tear was my reward.

'Twas mine to tend the couch of pain,
To wait upon the bed of death,
And consecrate the pious strain

That hung upon their parting breath.

And when the coy and blushing fair
Appear'd to seal the plighted vow,
'Twas mine, upon the happy pair,
The nuptial blessing to bestow.

Such are the Village Pastor's cares,
Such the rewards his cares repay;
Each feeling of the heart he shares,

He points to Heav'n, and leads the way.

Then tempt me not with wealth or pow'r,
Oh! give me not the lordling's dome;
Drive not away the humble poor,

That now surround my peaceful home.

"The Cottage Maid" follows her reverend friend; "The Seasons of Life" roll round instructive; "The Looking Glass" reflects a useful lesson; and "Friendship's Visit" cannot fail to increase the pleasing recollections of "The Welcome Home." But our present limits will not admit of copious extract; nor should we be disposed to quote liberally, if they did. It is not fair dealing with an author, to adorn the review of his book with all its best passages, and leave the public to conclude, that what else it contains is unworthy of perusal.