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Amidst a disaster, an orphan contracts a sickness. In his waking hours, he is tormented by his ailment, but when he slumbers, there is infinite darkness. One day, when he was five years old, a strange Fate Trickster appeared in his dreams. Ten years later, he dreams of becoming a lord. To do so, he takes a chance to trade his fate! That day, Wang Zhong once again stood at the gates of the Tianjing Heroic Soul Academy. He was about to start a brand new life.

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The Shadow of Great Britain

“Next, we have the most noble recipient of the Order of the Garter, the Grand Cross of Saint Michael and Saint George, the Grand Cross of the Bath, the Victoria Cross and the lower grades of Knighthood, the leader of the anti-colonial movement, the bell-ringer of the East India Company, the hero of the Crimean War, a Fellow of the Royal Society, a lifelong dear friend of literary giants such as Dickens and Great Dumas, a steadfast supporter of scientific luminaries like Faraday and Darwin, having served as assistant under-secretary, deputy under-secretary, and permanent under-secretary in departments of the Home Office and the Navy Department of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland, the inaugural Cabinet Secretary and head of the civil service, the first graduate and most distinguished alumnus of our school. Please welcome Sir Arthur Hastings to deliver a speech on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the founding of the University of London.” Arthur's gaze swept across the crowd before him, looking at the young faces and murmured, “Agares, what do you think I should say?” The Red Devil's wraith hovered behind him, saliva almost dribbling from the corner of his mouth, “Look at these ignorant souls; they still worship you as a hero. Why not say something they'd like to hear?” Arthur took a deep breath and let out a deafening roar, “Oxford is a bunch of whores' bastards!” “Oh!!!!” The audience erupted into thunderous applause. “Cambridge is the same!” he added immediately. The applause grew even more fervent... (The protagonist, possessed by a devil, travels through 19th-century Britain in a world without magic)

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What are some good 'Battle of Britain' fiction books?
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2024-12-11 00:19
One great 'Battle of Britain' fiction book is 'The Narrow Margin' by Derek Robinson. It vividly portrays the air battles and the pilots' experiences during that crucial time.
What are some good examples of 'Battle of Britain historical fiction' books?
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2024-11-19 10:08
Another example is 'Spitfire Parade' by Alexander Fullerton. It follows the lives of RAF pilots during the Battle of Britain. The story is full of action, showing their courage and the challenges they faced in the skies over Britain.
How does 'Battle of Britain historical fiction' help us understand the real Battle of Britain?
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2024-11-19 08:31
It gives a human perspective. Fiction can focus on the individual experiences of pilots, ground crew, and civilians. For example, a fictional story might show a pilot's fear before a mission, which real historical records may not fully capture.
Can you recommend some 'Battle of Britain' fiction books for history enthusiasts?
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2024-12-11 03:42
There's 'Wings Over Britain' by Henry Treece as well. It gives a fictional account of the battle that is full of action and adventure, and it helps readers to better understand the significance of the Battle of Britain in the context of World War II.
What are the characteristics of Roman Britain fiction books?
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2024-11-17 18:26
The plot in Roman Britain fiction books may revolve around historical events like the Roman conquest of Britain or the uprisings against the Romans. The authors use fictional characters to give a more personal perspective on these large - scale historical happenings. They might also include elements of mystery, like the discovery of an ancient artifact that has a special significance in the context of Roman - British relations.
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