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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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1261

With Hymns and Sweet Perfumes

Elfric imagines how the Virgin Mary went to her eternal home.

1262

Flodden Edge

The Scots paid a heavy price for honouring their ‘Auld Alliance’ with France.

1263

The Kings of Northumbria

Out of a restless alliance between two 6th century kingdoms came a civilisation that defined Englishness.

1264

Vinland

Scandinavian warrior Leif Ericson was sent to bring Christianity to Greenland, but accidentally discovered North America instead.

1265

King Arthur’s Last Request

The legendary British warrior makes ready for his final journey, leaving Sir Bedivere with one last duty to perform.

1266

The Last Days of Charles II

James calls Fr Huddleston to his brother’s deathbed, ready for a most delicate task.