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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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1213

With Hymns and Sweet Perfumes

Elfric imagines how the Virgin Mary went to her eternal home.

1214

Flodden Edge

The Scots paid a heavy price for honouring their ‘Auld Alliance’ with France.

1215

The Kings of Northumbria

Out of a restless alliance between two 6th century kingdoms came a civilisation that defined Englishness.

1216

Vinland

Scandinavian warrior Leif Ericson was sent to bring Christianity to Greenland, but accidentally discovered North America instead.

1217

King Arthur’s Last Request

The legendary British warrior makes ready for his final journey, leaving Sir Bedivere with one last duty to perform.

1218

The Last Days of Charles II

James calls Fr Huddleston to his brother’s deathbed, ready for a most delicate task.