Clay Lane

The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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1429

Dud Dudley

The 17th-century entrepreneur developed a way of smelting iron with coke rather than charcoal, but the Civil War frustrated his plans.

1430

St Nicholas and the Golden Dowry

Nicholas used his inheritance to help three vulnerable girls escape a life of exploitation.

1431

Are Women more faithful than Men?

A touchy subject, especially when your lover is listening in.

1432

Fanny Comes Home

Fanny Price, eight years after being adopted by her wealthy uncle and aunt, has gone back home for the first time, full of anticipation.

1433

The Character of Horatio Lord Nelson

High praise from someone who knew him better than most.

1434

The Dove and the Flame

Elfric, Abbot of Eynsham in the reign of Æthelred the Unready, reflects on two appearances of the Holy Spirit in the New Testament.