Clay Lane

The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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The Man Who Couldn’t Abide Greed

On a money-spinning pilgrimage to Canterbury, a Pardoner says the quiet part out loud.

14

Dog and Ducking

A much-provoked Newfoundland loses his patience.

15

A Well-Tuned Heart

A road accident made parish priest George Herbert late for his musical evening, but he was not a bit sorry.

16

On Having the Socks

In Erewhon, apologise by saying you have the socks and everyone will understand.

17

Cat and Cook

A little fable about a cat, a chicken and some wasted words.

18

Traitorous Designs

In August, 1775, King George III responded to the news of rebellion in the American colonies.