584.) but notwithstanding this authority, and that also of general usage, analogy seems to decide, that it should be" contemporary," retaining the n before a consonant, and omitting it before a vowel. The adverb needs, and the verb of the same family, are often confounded; according to grammatical strictness in the expression, "It need only be observed," (p. 521.) it is the verb which is used, which should consequently be formed like other verbs, and written, "It needs." "Scarcely was-the royal vault closed,-than it was again opened," (p. 629.) is an impropriety of expression, which, though we have met with it once only in the whole volume, it is necessary to mention, as it seems to be a growing evil. When we encountered a slight misnomer in the learned Walter Moyle, here written "Mayle," (p. 996. n. *.) we supposed it to be merely a typographical error; but as it stands so in the index likewise, it is probably an oversight of the author. But "the most learned mau in Europe"-generally so acknowledged, though Mr. Wilson, cautious of extolling his worthies too highly, has not called him so-was Dr. Bernard, interred at St. John's College, of which he had been Fellow, with this affectionate memento, of his own suggestion a short time before his death: "Habemus cor Bernardi." (p. 872.) He was presented in 1691, by his school-fellow and fellow-collegian, Mews, Bishop of Winchester, one of the Eighteen Prelates (unless some have escaped our notice) that shed a lustre on the annals of Merchant-Taylors, " to the rich rectory of Brightwell in Berkshire." (p. 860.) Brightwell has been fortunate in its Rectors; and the venerable Mr. Wintle, lately deceased, though inferior certainly to the illustrious Bernard in depth of science and multiplicity of languages, strongly resembled him in meekness and modesty, in theological erudition and solid judgment. He too, like Bernard, now and then, to the last, graced the University with his presence; but Brightwell is not, as our author, following the Biographia, inadvertently says, "but about nine miles from Oxford," but we believe (for we once visited the sacred spot!) by any practicable road, at least twelve or fourteen miles distant. We thank Mr. Wilson heartily for the entertainment which his book has afforded us. We shall often refer to it, and sincerely wish it may find a place, as it well deserves, in every public library and every extensive private collection in the kingdom. ART. X. Remains of the late John Tweddell, Fellow of Trinity-College, Cambridge; being a Selection of his Letters, written from various Parts of the Continent; together with a Re a Republication of his Prolusiones Juveniles, &c.: to which is prefixed a brief Biographical Memoir, by the Editor, the Rev. Robert Tweddell, A. M.; illustrated with Portraits, Picturesque Views, and Maps. 4to. pp. 660. 31. 3s. Mawman. 1815. ART. XI Letter to the Editor of Edinburgh Review. By.. the Earl of Elgin. Third Edition. 2s. 6s. Murray. 1816. ART. XII. Postscript to Ditto, Second Edition. Is 6d. WHEN we first cast our eyes upon this title-page, we entertained the pleasing hope of seeing a part, if not all, of those treasures brought to light, which it was well known the labour and ingenuity of the accomplished Tweddell had accumulated in his interesting travels. He is universally acknowledged by his contemporaries to have been so conversant in the stores of antient literature, so patient in his investigations, and so accurate in his deductions, that we anticipated a rich feast even in the relics of his table. In addition to this, he was an acute. observer of men and manners, and eminently endowed by nature with all those graces, both of body and mind, which conciliate the favour and secure the esteem of society. Mr. Tweddell was as amply qualified as he was nobly inclined to contribute to the gratification and improvement of his countrymen, not less by his observations on the laws, manners, and customs of modern Europe, than by his researches into the antiquities and monuments of those nations which, from early associations, we are accustomed to revere with a kind of filial piety. We must confess, however, that we found our expectations cruelly disappointed,, for instead of reaping a luxuriant harvest, it appears that we, must rest contented with a few gleanings from his private correspondence, and a tedious detail of those transactions which were entered into with a view of recovering his invaluable memoranda. In this expression of our disappointment, let not the Reverend Editor of the present volume suppose that we attach any blame to him: on the contrary, he is entitled to no small share of the public gratitude for his zealous, though unsuccessful, endeavours to rescue from oblivion the materials of his brother's fame, and above all, for enabling us, by means of his correspondence, to follow the steps of this amiable and accomplished scholar, from the time he left his native shores until he mingled his dust with the departed heroes of antient Greece. Highly gratifying, however, must these letters prove to those contemporaries of the author, ho enjoyed his friendly converse in the academic groves of Alma Mater, and watched those opening buds of genius which the cold hand of fate has prevented from arriving at maturity. If the pure flame of affection still buruş burns brightly in their breasts, if, conscious as they must have been, that the powers of Tweddell's mind were never suffered to languish in apathy and indolence, they have cherished a hope' that his memory would be rescued from undeserved oblivion, and posterity receive the invaluable legacy he had bequeathed to them, they, like ourselves, must experience a mournful satisfaction in the perusal of these documents, which serve to shew us. the extent of our loss in the disappearance of his more impor.. tant papers and journals. This disappearance the editor endeavours to account for in an Appendix, which contains a relation of his unsuccessful efforts to bring them to light, and involves so deeply the character of a noble Lord, (universally noted for his love of the fine arts,) that he has thought proper to defend his character in two pamphlets, addressed to the Conductor of an eminent Literary Journal, who, overstepping the limits of his province, had assumed the rites of magisterial authority and convicted the noble Lord, upon ex-parte evidence, in a most heinous moral delinquency. How far this extra-judicial interference was called for, we shall not pretend to determine: there certainly are many cases in which every voice may fairly raise itself in defence of injured innocence, or in the execration of abandoned profligacy; when the literary censor ought to hold the mirror up to vice, and stigmatize moral turpitude with as much zeal as he corrects the errors of a depraved style or a prurient imagination: and frequently the of the critic will reach offenders who are secure against the rod of the civil magistrate; but this extra-judicial authority ought to be used with the greatest caution, and only in cases where the proofs of guilt are manifest, and the danger to society great; and above all especial care must be taken lest this self-appointed judge unawares lend himself to a party, and decide upon the supposed guilt of an individual before he has had time or opportunity to bring forward testimony in his favour. pen Such being our sentiments, we shall notice briefly the substance of the editor's accusation against the noble Lord, and his lordship's reply, rather with a view to satisfy the curiosity of our readers than to direct their judgment: as we think it will be more generally interesting to examine minutely the remains of a scholar who acquired so great a share of praise and esteem from his contemporaries, that every relic which may be handed down to them concerning him, will be treasured as the memorial of a long-lost friend, and regarded with a kind of pious ve neration. The dedication of this volume is addressed to the Governor and Court of Assistants of the Levant Company, to whom the editor professes himself much indebted for their assistance in his researches after the lost property, to which we have alluded. We next meet with a biographical memoir of his lamented brother, in which, without parade or ostentation, the leading incidents of his short career are detailed, and many honourable testimonies produced to his amiable disposition and extraordinary talents. Among these the foremost in interest are two charming copies of Latin Leudecasy liables, by his friend and contemporary Mr. Abraham Moore, of King's College, who, with equal elegance and fidelity has subjoined to each a translation in English verse. Dr. Parr's Letter to Mr. Losk shews how highly Tweddell was esteemed in his life, and lamented in his death by that profound and distinguished scholar. We ought not to omit that this part of the work is adorned with a very accurate and beautiful representation of the Temple of Theseus, in which the mortal remains of our lamented traveller are deposited. We would quote the inscription engraved on his tomb, if we thought that one leaf need be added to the well-earned laurels of the amiable and accomplished scholar, from whose pen it proceeded. We shall present our readers with a copy of the Epitaph, supplied by the courtesy of Lord Elgin, having been favoured with it by one of our friends who has lately returned from Athens. "" O. H. S. S. IOHANNIS. TVVEDDELLII. ANGLI OMNESQ. GRADVS. ACADEMICOs. svpergRESSI. QVI. DVM. ESSET. IN. ITINERE. PER. GRÆCIAM. TOMAS. DE. ELGINO. COMES. : QVISQVIS. HAC. TRANSIS. SIVE. PEREGRINVS. SIVE. HOSPES. Mr. Walpole's Greek inscription was engraved and patronized by Mons Fauvel; and the Latin one, just quoted, by Lusieri, Lord Elg u's great ally in the work of spoliation. A curious account of the rivalry of these two modern demagogues of Athens, even in so trifling a circumstance as the engraving an epitaph on a tombstone, is given in a letter to Mr. Walpole by an anonymous author, in whom we recognize one of the most intelli intelligent, indefatigable, and inquisitive travellers whom this country has to boast of. It is much to be wished that this gentleman, whose stock of materials must be as valuable as it is extensive, may be induced to gratify the curiosity and augment the information of his countrymen, by publishing the result of his observations upon the various countries which he has had the courage and good fortune to explore. If his own inclination be not wanting, he is in possession of every other requisite for the amusement and instruction of the public. After presenting our readers with what we conceive to be a very faithful and well drawn character of his highly-valued brother, by the editor, we shall proceed to make some remarks upon the correspondence, which forms the chief bulk of the present volume. "Mr. Tweddell in his person was of the middle stature, of a handsome and well-proportioned figure. His eye was remarkably soft and intelligent. The profile or frontispiece to the volume gives a correct and lively representation of the original: though it is not in the power of any outline to shadow out the fine expression of his animated and interesting countenance. His address was A polished, affable, and prepossessing in a high degree; and there was in his whole appearance an air of dignified benevolence, which pourtrayed at once the suavity of his nature and the independence of his mind. In conversation he had a talent so peculiarly his own, as to form a very distinguishing feature of his character. chastised and ingenious wit which could seize on an incident in the happiest manner-a lively fancy which could clothe the choicest ideas in the best language-these, supported by large acquaintance with men and books, together with the farther advantages of a melodious voice and a playfulness of manner singularly sweet and engaging, rendered him the delight of every company his power of attracting friendships was indeed remarkable and in securing them he was equally happy. Accomplished and admired as he was, his modesty was conspicuous, and his whole deportment devoid of affectation or pretension. lified eminently to shine in society and actually sharing its applause, he found his chief enjoyment in the retired circle of select friends; in whose literary leisure, and in the amenities of female converse, which for him had the highest charms, he sought the purest and the most refined recreation. Of the purity of Mr. Tweddell's principles, and the honourable independence of his character-of his elevated integrity, his love of truth, his generous, noble, and affectionate spirit, the Editor might with justice say much; but the traces and proofs of these, dispersed throughout the annexed Correspondence, he cheerfully leaves to the notice and sympathy of the intelligent reader." P. 21. Qua Before, however, we notice the correspondence itself, we ought to observe that the editor apologizes for the introduction of |