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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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1351

Sharp’s Castle

At Bamburgh, John Sharp organised free healthcare and education, bargain groceries, and the world’s first coastguard service.

1352

St Patrick of Ireland

After escaping from six years as a slave in Ireland, Patrick wanted only one thing: to go back.

1353

‘This England’

John of Gaunt watches in despair as his country is milked for its wealth and shared out among the king’s favourites.

1354

Cragside: the Home of Modern Living

Lord Armstrong’s home was an Aladdin’s cave of Victorian technology.

1355

Adam and Eve

Adam and Eve are set in a Garden of carefree delight, but the Snake swears they are victims of a cruel deception.

1356

Alfred Learns To Read

Even as a child, King Alfred couldn’t resist a challenge.