Alexander III. of Russia. By Charles Lowe. (W. Heinemann.) —Although
the time is not come, and will not come for some years, for writing a real biography of the late Czar, there is plenty of room for a book of this kind. Mr. Lowe knows much about his subject, few know more ; and it is very convenient that he should put his knowledge into a permanent form. He goes back to the Czar's predecessors, and after pointing out that the reigning family of Russia is as little Russian as ours is English, tells sundry anecdotes of the Sovereigns, from Paul downwards. A chapter is given to Alexander III.'s sayings and doings as Heir- Apparent. Due thing at least he learnt during that time. His experiences in the Campaign of the Loire made him, or, perhaps we should rather say, confirmed him, as a lover of peace. The story of his reign is told at considerable length, and will be profitably consulted hereafter, as it may be read with no small interest now.
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