CUVIER. 13D 



of which after his death was sufficient for a man of great 

 talent, and some of which could not he as completely 

 filled, we are able to form some idea of the varied 

 acquirements, the unceasing industry, the wonderful 

 memory, and the transcendent ability of Cuvier. 



By universal consent he is regarded as one of the best 

 of men, most brilliant of writers, soundest of thinkers, 

 most far-sighted of philosophers, purest of statesmen, 

 and may with every reason be classed among the greatest 

 naturalists of modern times. 



