POPULAR AND VALUABLE RELIGIOUS BOOKS, PUBLISHED BY JOHN S. TAYLOR, Theological and Sunday-School BRICK CHURCH CHAPEL, NEW-YORK. Christian Retirement, Memoir of Rev. Wm. Nevins, The Cause and Cure of Infidelity, Lights and Shadows of Christian Life, Sermons on Important Subjects, Sermons by Rev. Daniel A. Clark, Sermons by Rev. Wm. Nevins, Travels in Germany, Prussia, &c., Thoughts on Popery, by Rev. William Nevins, Thoughts on Popery, by Rev. Wm. C. Brownlee, D. D., Practical Thoughts, by Rev: Wm. Nevins, Ministry we Need, Brownlee on Missions, 1 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 18mo. 3 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 18mo. Thoughts on Religious Education and Early Private Meditations and Prayers of Bishop A New Tribute to the Memory of James Brai- Advent, a Mystery, a Poem. By A. C. Cox, Memoir of Rev. E. P. Lovejoy, Sinners Bound to Change their own Hearts: a How to Change your Heart, a Sermon by Rev. Death and Heaven, a Sermon, by Dr. Spring. An Appeal to the Church in behalf of a Dy- 1 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 12mo. 1 vol., 12mo. 1 vol., 12mo. 1 vol.. 12mo. 1 vol., 18mo. 1 vol., 18mo. vol., 18mo 1 vo.., 18mo. THE CAUSE AND CURE OF INFIDELITY. By the Rev. David Nelson, of Quincy, Illinois; late of Marion County, Missouri. New-York, J. S. Taylor, 1837. From the New-York Journal of Commerce. A book with the above title page, has just been published by Mr. John S. Taylor. When it was announced as being in the press, the thought was suggested, whether there was not already an abundance of treatises on the subject of infidelity; and whether the feebleness of argument, which characterize some, and the cold, abstruce speculation which chills and mistifies others, were not adapted rather to beget scepticism than to remove it. But a perusal of this book has convinced us, that at least one treatise was wanting, which in simplicity, cogency, directness, and clear illustration, should be answerable to the practice and business-like habits of the present generation. Dr. Nelson's work has all these characteristics, and is therefore pre-eminently suited to make a deep impression upon the community. Our author was once himself a sceptic, thoroughly versed in all sceptical writings, from the impious witticisms of Voltaire, down to the miserable slang of Tom Paine. His acquaintance with men, in all parts of our country, is uncommonly extensive; and he has met practical infidelity as a friend and a foe, in almost every variety of form. He comes before the public, therefore as a physician intimately acquainted with the diseases which he professes to cure. None can read the book and not feel that the writer is perfectly master of his subject. For strength of arguinent, point, simplicity, and feli citous illustration, drawn from a storehouse of facts, the book is equal to any we ever read. It is a common sense book, which we hope will find its way into every family in our land. Sincerely do we hope it will be read by all who are infected with the disease of infidelity, and work, with the blessing of God, a speedy cure. The external execution of the book is good, it being printed cn excellent paper and handsomely bound. From the New-York Commercial Advertiser. The Cause and Cure of Infidelity, with an account of the author's conversion. By the Rev. David Nelson. New-York, J. S. Taylor. This is no common-place, or ordinary book: but is an ori ginal, experimental and practical work, adapted to the exist ing aspects of scepticism in our country, and cannot fail to be useful to all who read it. The author, now an aged and venerable minister of the gospel, was long an infidel, a desciple of rationalism, a confirmed sceptic. He writes, therefore, from experience of infidelity its causes and its cure and as the spirit and style of the volume are mild and conciliatory while at the same time he deplores error and vindicates truth with sufficient point and force, we see not how sceptics, who are honest can excuse themselves from reading this book of reasons for renouncing scepticism and vain philosophy, by one who now labors to build up that which he once sought to destroy. We commend this book of reasons for believing in the Bible, written by an Infidel, to all "free inquirers" who are honest, and such will, at least, be convinced that the author is sincere; and more, that the extraordinary revolution of his opinions, which he here records was yielded with a sufficiency of resistance, and not until every weapon of rationalism had been wielded and vanquished by the majesty of truth. The distribution of this volume among sceptics of every class, would do more to convert them from the error of their ways than can be hoped for from public or private disputations, or even from those strictly controversial works which are ever issuing from the press. The author and publisher have performed a real service to the community by this timely publication. From the New-York Evangelist. Nevins' Remains.-A Memoir of the late Rev. William Nevins, with Select Extracts from his unpublished writings. The public were informed, at the time of Dr. Nevins' decease, that his papers had been placed, by himself in the hands of Rev. William Plumer, to be used at his discretion. The volume before us is the result, and shows that the discretion has been discreetly exercised. The memoir is brief, in decorous conformity to the expressed wish of the deceased. The selections are mostly paragraphs and short essays such as Dr. N. was accustomed to write for the papers. Probably none of our readers have yet to learn the character of Dr. Nevins, as a Christain of rich experience, a pastor of tried fidelity, and a writer of religious essays unsurpassed in our day. To all his friends this volume will be a valuable momento. The publisher has spared no pains in the external appearence of the book, which is equal to the finest productions of the English press. The portrait is very fine. From the New-York Observer. Select remains of Rev William Nevins, D. D., with a Memoir. This valuable work has just been published by Mr. John S. Taylor, corner of Park-row and Nassau-street. It is a handsome octavo of 398 pages, containing a portrait engraved on steel. About 80 pages are occupied with a biographical notice of Dr. Nevins and extracts from his diary. From 1830 until 1835, they are given in unbroken series. We have seldom read a diary with deeper interest. It becomes richer and richer in heavenly thoughts as the author drew near the end of his earthly labours. The book consists chiefly of selections from his unpublished writings, which are replete with the purest and most exalted sentiments, expressed with simplicity, conciseness, and point. To all who have read Mr. Nevins' Essays in the New-York Observer, over the signature of M. S., it is needless to remark upon the excellence and peculiar charm of his writings, which combine sententiousness and pungency with deep and living piety. The work may be recommended as useful in forming, and strenghtening and maturing the Christain graces. From the Evening Star. Select Remains of the Rev. William Nevins, D. D., with a Memoir. The subject of this memoir was a pious and unpretending divine, in possession of strong faculties and many great virtues. His life was one of great usefulness, and much of his time devoted to the relief of the distressed and the alleviation of the misfortunes of his brethern. The style in which this work is sent forth deserves the highest commendation. The type is large, full, and handsome, and the paper is white, clear and lustrous, and presents a beautiful specimen of typographical neatness. From the Journal of Commerce. MEMOIR AND REMAINS OF REV. DR. NEVINS, late of Baltimore. An intelligent friend who has read this work, (which we have not yet found time to do) speaks of it as "a beautiful volume, and as useful as it is beautiful." He adds.-" The Memoir is prepared by a judicious friend of the deceased, whose name is not given, and the Remains consists of short reflections on various subjects of every day utility, for which the lamented author (alas! too soon removed to his reward) was so celebrated. The manner in which it is got up, is very |