Clay Lane

The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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The War of the Spanish Succession

After Louis XIV’s grandson Philip inherited the throne of Spain, the ‘Sun King’ began to entertain dreams of Europe-wide dominion.

974

The Arts of Fair Rowena

Charles Dickens believed that Britain’s Saxon invaders gained power by force of arms – but not by weapons.

975

The Voice of an Angel

A tenth-century Greek monk is joined by a total stranger for Mattins.

976

The Economic Case for Generous Wages

Adam Smith asks employers to pay the most generous wages their finances will allow.

977

The Economic Case for Time Off

Adam Smith encourages employers to restrict working hours to reasonable limits, for humanity and for profit.

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Viola Draws a Blank

Viola tries to tell Orsino, Duke of Illyria, that his beloved Olivia is not the only woman deserving of his attention.