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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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1363

The Last Days of Socrates

Socrates was placed on death row while Athens celebrated a religious festival.

1364

One Hand on the Throne

The Wars of the Roses pitted two royal houses against each other for the crown of England.

1365

The Wars of the Roses

A struggle between rival Royal Houses begins in 1455, after questions are raised about King Henry VI’s capacity to rule.

1366

Elisha and Naaman the Syrian

Naaman had very fixed ideas about what it takes to get a miracle.

1367

Noah’s Flood

God’s love proved to be bigger and stronger than all man’s wickedness.

1368

St Wilfrid’s Debt

The Blessed Virgin Mary adds four years to the life of Bishop Wilfrid, and an angel suggests a suitable thank-you.