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"Another charming book by the author of the "Study of Words," on a subject which
is so ingeniously treated, that we wonder no one has treated it before."

"It is a book at once profoundly instructive, and at the same time deprived of all
approach to dryness, by the charming manner in which the subject is treated."

"It is a wide field, and one which the author has well cultivated, adding not only to
his own reputation, but a valuable work to our literature."

"The work shows an acute perception, a genial appreciation of wit, and great research.
It is a very rare and agreeable production, which may be read with profit and
delight."

"The style of the author is terse and vigorous—almost a model in its kind."