12 MAY 1933, page 20

A Popular Politician

Jix, Viscount Brentford. By H. A. Taylor. (Stanley Paul. 21s.) OF this we may be sure" writes the author of this" authori- tative and official" biography, "Lord Brentford will......

Mr. Roosevelt's Programme

Looking Forward. By Franklin D. Roosevelt. (William Heinemann. 7s. 6d.) "The people of the United States, in their hour of need, have registered a mandate that they want direct,......

Von Hiigel's Philosophy

TIIE influence of Friedrich von Hugel on the deepest thought of our generation has steadily increased since his death. This is perhaps partly accounted for by the publication of......