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How I Learnt to Write
By Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin recalls the disciplines he put himself through on the way to becoming one of America’s literary giants.
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A Royal Rescue
By Nina Brown Baker
Despite failing health, Peter the Great of Russia leapt into Kronstadt Bay to save some young sailors from a watery grave.
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Diamond Pitt
By An Indian Mahomedan
Thomas Pitt’s tenure as Governor of Madras was regarded as a golden age, but what he is remembered for is his diamond.
22
A Perpetual Summer
Transcribed by Caroline Chisholm
A transported convict writes home to England urging his wife to join him as soon as possible.
23
The Friendship of Trade
By John Bright
As Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli stoked fears of Russian aggression, John Bright said that Russia was only threatening when she felt threatened.
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‘Never Let Your Men Look Over the Hedge’
By James Hall Nasmyth
Employees are the key to any entrepreneur’s success, and he must know them intimately, trust them completely and pay them generously.
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