Clay Lane

The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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Say ‘Shibboleth!’

Jephthah’s sentries at the crossings of Jordan devise a fool-proof way to tell friend from foe.

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Gideon’s Fleece

Gideon is chosen by God to save Israel from the Midianites, but doubts his fitness for the task.

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Gideon Recruits an Army

Gideon prepares to drive the Midianites out of Israel, but first he has to make it a fair fight.

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Gideon’s Snare

While spying out the enemy’s camp, Gideon hears something which fills him with renewed confidence.

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Mark Antony Catches a Kipper

The surprisingly sensitive Roman commander was hoping to impress a girl with his angling skills.

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Edith Cavell

The experienced nurse could not stop saving lives, even at the cost of her own.