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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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Lady Harriet’s Errand

On the evening of October 7th, 1777, as fighting on Bemis Heights subsided, Harriet Acland came to General Burgoyne with a startling request.

164

At the Baron’s Board

However grim and severe the thirteenth century baron might be in his public duties, at dinner-time it was all wine, laughter and song.

165

Keeping the Colonies

Peoples of another culture or region will not long tolerate a Government that uses guns and soldiers to secure their obedience.

166

The Politics of Language

John Lynch, exiled to France by Cromwell’s men, lamented the way that Irish was being labelled as a language of sedition.

167

Beyond the Pale

Lionel of Clarence, Edward III’s younger son, went to Ireland as his Lieutenant in order to stop English expats becoming like the Irish.

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Little Rays of Sunshine

‘Alpha of the Plough’ wished that he had been born with the gift of a winning smile.