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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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1249

The Summons Comes for Mr Standfast

In John Buchan’s story about the Great War, Richard Hannay must watch as his friend sacrifices his life for the Allies.

1250

Burning Daylight

George Stephenson argued that his steam engines were solar-powered.

1251

The Spear of St Mercurius

Roman Emperor Julian was ready to destroy an entire Christian community over his wounded pride.

1252

With Hymns and Sweet Perfumes

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

1253

Flodden Edge

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

1254

The Kings of Northumbria

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