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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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1309

In Good Company

Anne Elliot resents being expected to court the society of anyone simply because of social status.

1310

Courage Under Fire

Robert Clive turned seven hundred frightened recruits into crack troops by sheer force of personality.

1311

‘Risoluto’

Despite setback after setback, Stanford was determined to hear his music played in public.

1312

The Signing of the Great Charter

King John promised his nobles respect, but he was not a man to regard his word as his bond.

1313

With the Compliments of Mr Collins

There is an art to making one’s compliments seem artless.

1314

‘Nothing clears up one’s ideas like explaining them’

Muddle-headed inventor Professor Cavor needs to think aloud, and for reasons of his own Mr Bedford is anxious to listen.