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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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1249

King Arthur’s Last Request

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

1250

The Last Days of Charles II

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

1251

Bellerophon and the Chimera

The wronged hero vanquishes a dreadful monster with the help of a winged horse, but then it all goes to his head.

1252

‘God Tempers the Wind to the Shorn Lamb’

Mary Mason could not forgive herself for a past misdeed.

1253

Jane Austen

The blushing clergyman’s daughter is recognised today as one of the great figures of English literature.

1254

Turning the Tide

King Canute enacted a memorable demonstration of the limits of government power.