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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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The First Council of Nicaea

As soon the Roman Emperor Constantine declared religious liberty in his Empire, the Christian Church gave him cause for regret.

842

Bodyline

Douglas Jardine came up with a plan to deprive the watching public of one of the finest sights in all sport.

843

A Piacere

Sir Hubert Parry advised students at the Royal College of Music to respect their teachers, but to think for themselves too.

844

The War of 1812

In the year that Napoleon’s quest for European Empire faltered at Moscow, President Madison of the USA came to his aid.

845

J’Accuse

A faithful feline bides his time until two criminals are brought to justice.

846

John Buchan

After two years in South Africa, a Scottish civil servant began turning out best-selling adventure tales.