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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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1297

‘Stand out of my Sunshine!’

Alexander the Great dropped a hint to his sycophantic entourage.

1298

The Hare and the Tortoise

One had natural talent but no discipline, the other had discipline but no natural talent.

1299

In Good Company

Anne Elliot resents being expected to court the society of anyone simply because of social status.

1300

Courage Under Fire

Robert Clive turned seven hundred frightened recruits into crack troops by sheer force of personality.

1301

‘Risoluto’

Despite setback after setback, Stanford was determined to hear his music played in public.

1302

The Signing of the Great Charter

King John promised his nobles respect, but he was not a man to regard his word as his bond.