Under Wellington's Command. By G. A. Henty. (Blackie and Son.)—This
is a continuation, and a very successful continuation, of "With Moore in Corunna." We have a very distinct remem- brance of Terence O'Connor, a wild Irish lad who develops amazing powers of self-command and sagacity when, by some lucky chance, he is put into an independent position. Readers of the earlier story will remember that Terence is put in com- mand of a Portuguese force, and in that capacity does some very good service, and naturally goes through some exciting adven- tures. Both these lines are followed out with much spirit in the present story. The hero is twice taken prisoner, and twice escapes. The narrative of military operations is lucid and in- teresting; still, we are not sorry to have a change, and to see our hero exorcising his talents in blarneying or outwitting his jailors. The faithlessness and ingratitude of the Spaniards are brought out strongly in this story. But was there not a reason ? It is probable that our British manners, which were not shown at their best in the Peninsular army, offended them beyond all pardon.
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