27 JUNE 1914, Page 13

A Great Adventuress. By J. Turquan and J. d'Auriac. (Herbert

Jenkins. 12s. 6d. net.)—This amusing book, well translated by Miss Lilian Wiggins from the French original, bears testimony to the enduring fascination of Romney's and Nelson's Emma. It deals chiefly with Lady Hamilton's share in the affairs of the Neapolitan kingdom. We regret to note that the French authors—whilst disclaiming any patriotio bias—have come to the conclusion that Nelson was "cruel by nature, insubordinate towards his superiors, the adversary ... of liberal views," and—worst of all—" not a gentleman." But we shall not pull down his column.