2. Their public ministrations, and mode of instructing the natives.

3. The proper employment, and distribution of their time, in works of labour and works of charity.

4. Their manner of life in society, in their own domestic œconomy, and traffic with the islanders.

5. Whether there should not be some solemn designation of the missionaries to the work before their departure, and what?

6. Miscellaneous observations and prudential precautions relative to their own safety and intercourse with the natives.

7. The probable facility of their settlement, either at Otaheite, or any other of the populous islands.

In a postscript Dr. Haweis acknowledges his obligations to that intelligent and respectable servant of God, the Rev. Mr. Latrobe, for his free and very judicious remarks upon his observations, which, together with some other important communications, are printed, by his permission, in the Appendix, and for which he will be thanked by every gracious person who esteems the results of wisdom and experience, sanctioned by the surest test, abundant success.

The Instructions and Appendix are both so full of matter, and so concisely handled, that they cannot be well abridged; and if they could, we ought not to rob our hearers of their full satisfaction by attempting it. They will read for themselves; and having so done, they will, no doubt, bless God for the maturity to which the plans of the Missionary Society are evidently advancing.

A Memoir respecting an African Mission; with the Observa tions of Governor Macaulay. By the Rev. T. Haweis, L. L. B. and M. D. Octavo. 28 pages. Price 6d. Chap

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AS the immense field among the heathen offers more calls for missionaries than all the efforts of the religious world can probably supply for many years to come; it is very desirable to obtain clear views of the parts most accessible, the people most likely to receive the truth, the difficulties which present themselves, and the means by which they may be obviated."

To awaken such researches the hints contained in this Memoir were first suggested. It was read before the Directors of the Missionary Society soon after its first formation; and it has since received the singular advantages of Mr. Macaulay's communications, Governor of Sierra Leone, and from whom, it appears, still more precise and expanded views of the subject are expected. It is addressed to all Directors of Societies for sending the Gospel to the heathen; of which we understand several have recently been formed, and are still forming.

The author opens his Memoir with a brief description of Africa -Reasons from evident, sound, and philosophical principles, on the probable healthiness and populousness of the interior, to which he directs the attention of the societies-States the difficul

ties and discouragements on the coasts to which we have hitherto had access-Suggests some very favourable circumstances from the Sierra Leone establishment, the Directors of which are so friendly to the Gospel-Mentions a considerable number of black professing Christians brought from Nova Scotia, and settled by the Sierra Leone Company, from whom some may be procured as missionary helpers-Informs us, that he has repeatedly conversed with some of these, and though he gives but an unfavourable account of their ficiency in knowledge, or depth of understanding, he gives a pleas ing character of their heart.

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An opportunity offering, after the Memoir was drawn up, of obtaining farther light on the subject from Governor Macaulay, it was eagerly embraced; and several questions, submitted to him, drew forth a reply of considerable length, which is here subjoined, and which cannot but afford much satisfaction and instruction to any of the societies that may think of pursuing this object. But the Missionary Society, perhaps, being deeply engaged in preparing this first great mission for its destination, may think it prudent to defer the consideration of an African mission, till the promised informa tion from the Governor arrives, which probably will greatly influ ence their future deliberations. No man is more able to throw light on the subject than Mr. Macaulay, and no man more zealous for the cause of Christ and suffering humanity.

The Memoir closes with a postscript arising from the recent capture of the Cape, which opens a new door of hope in the southern promontory of Africa, the country of the Hottentots, and the populous regions of Caffraria, as well as the contiguous nations yet unknown.

Whilst Providence seems to be thus facilitating the entrance of Christian missionaries among the numerous and much-injured tribes of that spacious quarter of the globe, the friends of truth cannot but peruse with avidity whatever may tend to direct the efforts of the various societies to spots most favourable for the commencement of their operations. The work does great credit to the ingenious author. It discovers how much the mission lies on his heart, and how carefully and extensively he has carried his researches on the subject. No. I. (Price One Penny) to be continued Weekly, and completed in 22 Numbers, of Discourses, designed as Hints for my Brethren's Use, who are going to preach the Gospel to the Heathen; but may be of equal Utility to the Poor and Ignorant of the Flock at Home. By the Rev. T. Haweis,

L. L. B. and M. D. 12mo. 20 pages. Chapman. THIS is the first of a series of discourses to be published weekly, at a price so low as to be attainable by the poorest person. The preface informs us, that the author speaks exactly in the same manner, and on the same subjects, as he should do, were he himself a missionary actually addressing the poor ignorant heathen; to come down to the measure of their capacity, and to meet, if possible, their

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ideas, being his object. The discourse itself is adapted to conciliate and draw the attention of his supposed hearers, by representing the great love to their souls that inclined him and his brethren to visit them, and briefly alluding to the subjects of truth, and the numerous blessings they are come to introduce.

The subsequent sermons will certainly breathe as this does, the pure Gospel; and, if they correspond with this specimen, they will attract attention by their singularity of expression. How much use they may be of to the missionaries, in aiding them to instruct the heathen, experience alone can determine; but the learned author is certainly intitled to the warmest thanks of all good men, for exercising his talents with this laudable design. To those who are acquainted with Dr. Haweis's stile of writing, it must be evident that it requires no little effort to come down to the lowest step of simplicity, and speak to these children in understanding, in a manner child-like, without being childish.

We have no doubt but these discourses will be of much advantage to the poor of the flock at home, by improving their minds in the knowledge of the great salvation. As they proceed, we may probably be induced to offer a friendly criticism to the respectable author.

The Mission, a Poem, By the Rev. Thomas Beck, Author of the Passions taught by Truth. Octavo, 24 pages. Price 6d. Chapman; and the Author, Midway-Place, Deptford-Road. THE author furnishes the following abstract of the contents of this Poem: "Sketch of the Werk of God in past Ages-Coming of the Messiah; his Work and Conquest-Sending the Disciples; their Labours and Success-Spread of Religion in England; its Effects-Errors of Popery-The Reformation-The Promises of Future Gospel Glory-The awakening of Zeal in our own TimesProvidence rousing us to Repentance-An Argument thereto from abused Mercies-Abominations of the Slave Trade-The Mission begun, though not a national Act-Qualifications of a true Missionary-Difficulties and dangers of the Work-Errors of Paganism various, and hard to remove-A Persecutor converted-The Gospel opposed to all the Vices and Errors of Nature-Arguments to aid the Design-From past Encouragement, from our past Crimes and national Sins; from the Certainty of Success."

These are subjects which at all times merit general attention, and at present we trust they will meet with it. They are treated with the ingenuity which characterizes Mr. B.'s performances; but the work is disgraced by a number of errors, either of the pen or of the press, which ought by no means to have been exposed to public view. A volume of poems, which the Author proposes to publish by subscription, will appear, we hope, in a state more worthy the Author's genius.

POETRY.

POETRY.

His servants, soon as the glad port they SHINE forth, thou uncreated Light