14 MAY 1864, Page 23

The Life and Lessons of Our Lord. By the Rev.

John Cumming, D.D. (John F. Shaw and Co.)—This publication is certainly a remark- able instance of what may be done now to combine excellence with cheapness. The type and paper are really beautiful, and the illustra- tions fairly good. Indeed, Mr. J. B. Zwecker's drawing of the appear- ance of the star in the East to the Magi is exceedingly striking and lifelike. The work is not controversial