Normandy, the cradle of our monarchy and aristocracy, the last resting-place of our early kings, and the scene of our first great struggles against France, must ever have strong interest for Englishmen. We find our national associations connected with its most striking localities; and many of our leading families must refer to the archives of this province for the antiquities of their race. It is also as rich in natural scenery as it is in historical associations; its peasants surpass those of the rest of France in industry, intelligence, and comforts; while the numerous English families who annually visit its sea-coast for the purpose of bathing have brought it almost as close to England in alliance as it was anciently in connection. This Volume will record the impressions of a two years' residence, and sundry journeyings in the province, furnishing a useful guide to visitors, and information for tarry-at-home travellers. The Illustrations will consist of a variety of subjects, Costume, Landscape, and Architecture. WISE SAWS AND MODERN INSTANCES. VOL. I. LONDON: Printed by A. SPOTTISWOODE, New-Street-Square. WISE SAWS AND MODERN INSTANCES. BY THOMAS COOPER, THE CHARTIST, AUTHOR OF "THE PURGATORY OF SUICIDES." IN TWO VOLUMES. VOL. I. LONDON: PRINTED FOR JEREMIAH HOW, 209. PICCADILLY. 1845. TO DOUGLAS JERROLD. My friend, heart-homage, in this simple strain, I yield thee for thy toil to aid the Right! Too long hath genius, with a guilty slight, Passed by the thousands who life's load sustain Of scorn and indigence,—to court the vain And foppish crowd,—or laud, in phrases dight With fulsome flattery, some pampered wight Who counts himself for polished porcelain,— The poor for vulgar clay! A nobler path,— Disdaining hireling censure, hireling praise,— Thou, for thyself, hast chosen. Still, in faith That thy true toil shall hasten the boon days Of brotherhood renewed, brother, toil on!— All upright hearts give thee blythe benison! ADVERTISEMENT.