HAMILTON (Anthony, count), descended from a
noble family in Scotland, was born in Ireland, and
settled in France. He wrote several poetical pieces;
and was the first who composed romances in an agree-
able taste, without imitating the burlesque of Scar-
ron. He is also said to be the author of the Memoirs
of the count de Grammont, one of the best written pieces
in the French language. His works were printed in
6 vols 12mo. He died at St Germain-en-Laye, in
1720.