It is readable, attractive, and interesting. You seem to be travelling with him, and seeing the things which he sees.—Bunker Hill Aurora.
We see what Egypt was; we see what Egypt is; and with prophetic endowment we see what it is yet to be. It is a charming book, not written for antiquarians and the learned, but for the million, and by the million it will be read.—Congregationalist.
Mr. Smith is one of the sprightliest authors in America, and this work is worthy of his pen. He is particularly happy in presenting the comical and grotesque side of objects.—Commonwealth.
The reader may be sure of entertainment in such a land, under the guidance of such an observer as Dr. Smith, and will be surprised, when he has accompanied him through the tour, at the vivid impression which he retains of persons, and places, and incidents.—Salem Gazette.
This is really one of the most entertaining books upon Egypt that we have met with.—Albany Argus.
One of the most complete and perfect books of the kind ever published.—Diadem.
Of all the books we have read on Egypt, we prefer this. It goes ahead of Stephens’s. Reader, obtain a copy for yourself.—Trumpet.
The author is a keen observer, and describes what he observes with a graphic pen. The volume abounds in vivid descriptions of the manners, customs, and institutions of the people visited, the present condition of the ancient ruins, accompanied by a large number of illustrations.—Courier.
SCRIPTURE NATURAL HISTORY; Containing a Descriptive Account of Quadrupeds, Birds, Fishes, Insects, Reptiles, Serpents, Plants, Trees, Minerals, Gems, and Precious Stones, mentioned in the Bible. By William Carpenter, London; with Improvements, by Rev. Gorham D. Abbott. Illustrated by numerous Engravings. Also, Sketches of Palestine. 12mo, cloth, 1,00.
THE CAPTIVE IN PATAGONIA;