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The Copy Book

A Library of History and Literature in English

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1441

‘Please Sir, I Want Some More!’

Oliver was elected as the unwilling spokesman for all the hungry children.

1442

Presumption and Innocence

Charles Dickens chastises those who alter the plots of classic tales to push some social agenda of their own.

1443

The Tide of Popularity

First impressions prove to be quite misleading in the case of handsome, disagreeable Mr Darcy.

1444

St Andrew, Patron of Scotland

Scotland’s association with the brother of Peter is down to an early 8th century Bishop of Hexham.

1445

Angel Cat

Cats do have a conscience: it tells them when to look innocent.

1446

The Battle of Neville’s Cross

Ralph Neville spoiled David of Scotland’s alliance with France in the Hundred Years’ War