BENJAMIN PERKINS & CO.,

PUBLISHERS AND BOOKSELLERS, No. 100 WASHINGTON ST., BOSTON.

Benjamin Perkins & Co. have recently published PROTESTANTISM IN ITALY, past and present, including a Notice of the Origin, History, and present state of the Waldenses. By Rev. ROBERT BAIRD, D. D.

It is a volume of rich interest, especially at the present juncture, and the religious public will look for it with great interest. Dr. Baird enters into the subject with great minuteness, and the picture he has drawn of Italy as it was, and as it is, will be viewed with astonishment by those who have not been familiar with the instructive theme.'-New York Observer.

This volume is a production of no ordinary interest. It puts the reader into possession of just that kind of information, respecting Italy, which the Christian public have long desired to find, but which no previous history furnishes.'-New England Puritan.

'We know of no volume in which there is to be found so much interesting and important information, historical, statistical, political, and religious, in regard to Italy.'-New York Evangelist.

We commend this volume to every American citizen, to every lover of freedom, and particularly to the Christian, who will see, as he reads, "the bush which burned" in Italy, and yet "was not utterly consumed." .”—Newark Daily Advertiser.

It comprises a large amount of information—the result of careful observation and inquiry-giving such views of the religious state and prospects of Italy and the Waldenses as will be peculiarly interesting to those who are watching the progress of truth in the Roman Catholic countries of Europe.'-Philadelphia Observer.

About one third of this volume is occupied with a history, &c., of that most interesting of all people, the Waldenses; their origin and antiquity-a description of the country inhabited by them-the persecutions which they have endured from the Papists-their present state-ecclesiastical organization, doctrines, mode of worship, &c. These matters are all described by one who has been repeatedly

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among this wonderful people in their mountain fastnesses, and has made himself familiar with all that pertains to them. We earnestly commend this delightful book to every reader interested in the progress of truth. The book, in its mechanical appearance, is beautiful -faultless."-American Traveller.

'Few men, perhaps no one, could have brought to the task of writing such a book better qualifications than Dr. Baird. He speaks of a country whose history he has studied, and with the 'present condition of which he has formed a personal and familiar acquaintance. The present condition of Italy is probably no where so well and accurately presented.'-Boston Recorder.

SONGS IN THE NIGHT; or, Hymns for the Sick and Suffering.

'Where is God my Maker,

Who giveth Songs in the Night.'-Job, xxxv. 10.

'The plan of the present work has been as judiciously executed as it was happily conceived. Each hymn is preceded by a text of Scripture; and, together, they furnish topics of thought, and devotion, without tasking the enfeebled energies of the sick.'-Boston Recorder.

'It is highly appropriate to the object for which it was compiled, and will be found replete with consolation and support to the afflicted.' New England Puritan.

It is especially adapted to the afflicted, and will be a precious companion in their hours of suffering.'-Zion's Herald.

'This is a book of gems-a beautiful volume in every respect. It contains a rich collection of original and selected lyrical pieces, illustrating such divine truths as the Christian pastor or fiiend would suggest to the afflicted or dying for their support in time of trial. It is an excellent book for the minister who would leave in the chamber of the sick and suffering some memento to direct their thoughts to the unfailing source of divine consolation. Many of these Songs are from the German, and from English works not circulated in this country. They are rich in Scriptural sentiment, and beautiful and impressive, as lyrical compositions.'-Philadelphia Observer.

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The conception of this book was a happy one, and cannot fail to subserve a benevolent end. Prefixed to the Songs' is an Introductory Address to the sick, faithful yet tender and affectionate, and singularly appropriate. We wish it might be the treasure of every family.'-Christian Mirror.

This is a very tasteful selection of short poems, adapted to seasons of affliction, accompanied with an appropriate text of Scripture. The compiler has evinced not only an extensive acquaintance with literature, but a finely moulded taste in the selection and arrangement of the volume.'-N. Y. Evangelist.

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PRACTICAL CHRISTIANITY. In a Series of Essays, by JOHN BOWDLER, JR., Esq., of Lincoln's Inn.

We have read this volume with the liveliest interest, not knowing whether to admire it most for the beauties of its style, the depth and elevation of its views, the force of its reasonings, or the fervor of its piety. . . . The issues of the press are few that will probably compare with this in richness of instruction, chasteness and elegance of composition, and purity and sweetness of devotional sentiment. It is among the most precious gems that can adorn the Christian's library.' Boston Recorder.

'It is no common-place production. New thoughts, or old thoughts brought forward in new relations, are of frequent occurrence, rousing the mind to wholesome action, and pleasing it by their freshness. It is particularly well adapted to cultivated minds; and it may be an inducement to such to consult it, that its author was not a professed religious teacher, but a layman.'-Christian Mirror.

These Essays are replete with practical truth, presented in a style which will render them highly acceptable to readers of every class. The subjects which the accomplished author discusses, are, The Character of Christ, The Atonement, Trust in God, Love of God, Faith, Hope, Spiritual Mindedness, Prayer, Humility, The Lord's Supper, and other kindred topics.'-Phil. Christian Observer.

THE LIGHT HEARTED GIRL. A Tale for Children. By JOSEPH ALDEN, D. D.

We have here a very excellent, instructive and entertaining book for children. Its moral and religious influence will be such as all Evangelical Christians must approve.'-Am. Traveller.

This is another excellent little work from the pen of Dr. Alden, a professor in Williams College. We are glad to see that he is writing books for youth. It is a charming little book.'-New York Observer.

THE CARDINAL FLOWER, and other Tales. By JOSEPH ALDEN, D. D.

These stories are in the happiest style of Dr. Alden, who seems to have the rare faculty of writing so as to please children, while all his productions have an elevated and important moral.'-New York Observer.

THE LOST LAMB, and other Tales. By the same Author. Just published.

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THE HISTORY OF GERMAN ANABAPTISM, gathered mostly from German Writers, living in the age of the Lutheran Reformation, and embracing a full view of the Peasants' Wars, the Celestial Prophets, and other fanatics of that day, and of the historical connection between the present Baptists and the Anabaptists. By Rev. PARSons Cooke.

THE LAMBS FED. By a Pastor. For the Younger Lambs of the Flock.

An admirable little manual for the use of Parents in the instruction of very young children, or for Teachers of Infant Sabbath Schools.

THE BOOK OF PSALMS being the authorized version of that part of the Sacred Volume, metrically arranged, by JAMES NOURSE.

This book contains the Psalms as given by our translators, except that they are printed in the measured lines of poetry rather than in the form of prose. Those who have never observed the difference, will be struck with the great change which so slight an alteration makes, in favor of the poetic impression. The book is printed in a neat and attractive form, and furnishes a very pleasant pocket companion for devotional purposes.

MUSIC EXPLAINED TO THE WORLD; or how to understand Music, and enjoy its performance. Translated from the French for the Boston Academy of Music.

A GERMAN-ENGLISH AND ENGLISH-GERMAN DICTIONARY; denoting the meaning of all the Words in general use, and likewise of the principal Idiomatic Phrases; specifying the Parts of Speech to which the words belong, and the Gender, Genitive, and Plural of the German Substantives, thereby indicating the Declension; and containing also Distinct Tables of the Irregular Verbs and Proper Names in both Languages, and a Table of the Principal Terminations of German Derivatives. By Rev. D. FOSDICK, Jr.