Thomas Je f ferson. By J. T. Morse, jun. (David Douglas, Edin-
burgh.)—We presume, from the "American Statesmen" which appears on the title-page, that this little book forms one of a series of biographies of the leading politicians of the United States. If Mr. Morse should succeed in obtaining coadjutors as able as himself, the series will deserve popularity. This biography tells us just what we want to know, and presents a lifelike portrait of the man who was the principal author of the Declaration of Independence, in a port- able shape. Jefferson's was, on the whole, a loveable character; and in spite of occasional weakness, he seems to have in a great measure merited the extraordinary influence which he possessed. To those who regard with distrust the admission of the agricultural voter to the franchise, the following should prove encouraging :—" Cultivators of the earth are the most valuable citizens. They are the most vigorous, the most independent, the most virtuous; and they are tied to their country and wedded to its liberty and interests by the most lasting bonds." We can heartily recommend this book to all who appreciate a sympathetic and well-written account of an eventful career.
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