If this sublime end be reached, we care very little for the verdict of cold-hearted criticism. For the sentiments contained in the remarks which intro duce the chapters, the Editor is alone responsible. His aim has been to say just as little as was consistent with the elucidation of the narrative. It is also proper to inform the reader that Rev. Mr. Caughey cordially approves of the issue of this book, although he has taken no part in the labor of its preparation. Should this work meet with general acceptance, it is not impossible that another volume of selections from the same source may hereafter be presented to the American public.