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and anti-heretical maxim of u Magna est veritas et prevalebit,” Mr. Le Vaux, 
whose name we do not remember to have heard before in connection with 
science, treats ns to some of the late Hugh Miller’s conclusions. He has 
hashed the joint prepared in so savoury a way by the Scotch geologist; 
hut it has sadly lost flavour in recooking. Mr. Vaux has a very good object 
in view, and those who are anxious to see the records of nature and the 
Bible contrasted should read his book. He thinks he may be thought pre- 
sumptuous in offering a volume to the public, but the following explanation 
will doubtless be received as satisfactory : u From my childhood I have 
had a particular taste — indeed, I might say a passion — for the study of 
nature, and of geology in particular. The rugged mountain and lonely glen, 
the wild cascade and forest glade, have always had peculiar attractions for 
me.” The book was originally addressed to some private friends, and as 
occasionally does occur in such instances, its merit was appreciated and the 
author felt constrained to publish it. 
