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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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1255

The Genius Next Door

William Murdoch’s experiments with steam traction impressed his next-door neighbour, with world-changing results.

1256

The Hat that Changed the World

Young William’s hat caught the eye of Matthew Boulton, and the world was never the same again.

1257

Mr Snawley Thinks Ahead

Mr Snawley has two stepsons he would like to offload, and Mr Squeers seems just the right person to help him.

1258

Bread from Heaven

Cuthbert trusted that keeping his promised fast would not do him any harm.

1259

The Great Chessboard

If Britain is a chessboard, then politicians should remember that the ‘pieces’ are alive, and they generally play a better game.

1260

Kate gets a Dressing-Down

Kate Nickleby must bite her lip as she experiences snobbery for the first time.