WHEN the high and the honored -the gifted in mind, not less than exalted in station, derive pleasure from protecting the interests of Literature, well may she be proud of the support. Such patronage is most valuable: like Mercy, "it is twice blessed; It blesseth him that gives, and him that takes :" and powerfully elicits the feeling of unqualified respect, with which, in presenting these Volumes, I have the honor to subscribe myself, Your Lordship's most obedient, humble servant, London, June 9, 1824. CHARLES SWAN. |