Subjects

Extracts from Literature

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Serjeant Munday

William Howitt had some advice for Victorian tourists hoping for an authentic experience at the battlefield of Waterloo.

356

The Consecration of Bishop Cuthbert

Cuthbert would not go to King Ecgfrith, so King Ecgfrith and his entire court had to go to Cuthbert.

357

Misreading Russia

Richard Cobden asked Parliament to make a better effort to understand the Russian mindset.

358

Early Warning

An Italian businessman and his family in 18th century Messina owed their lives to their pet cats.

359

Kim’s Game

Kim O’Hara starts his apprenticeship as a British spy with a little competition.

360

Brightest Beacon

Christ’s cross promises to take away the fear of Judgment Day.