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“Travis straightened himself into soldierly erectness. The weariness of his countenance melted into chiseled resolve, tightening his chin. “I stay here to defend the Alamo. And, for those who will also choose to stay, I know that, although they may be sacrificed to the vengeance of a Gothic enemy, the victory will cost the enemy so dear that it will be worse for him than a defeat.”

AlamoTravisAlicia A WillisRemembering The Alamo
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“Dost thou verily think that the Earl of Birmingham is low enough to plead for his life?' Sir Robert returned angrily, the wrathful blood coloring his handsome face. 'I wouldst scorn in the knowledge that I owed my life and liberty to a scurrilous murderer and knave. Do with me what thou wilt, surly knave, but rest in the knowledge that no plea for mercy shall be wrung from my lips.”

Alicia A WillisIn Search Of Adventure
Book:In Search of Adventure: A Tale of Courage and Devotion
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“What hath befallen the valiant young knight that was always ready to joust and do battle, and that with the greatest courage?” Brandon said in disgust to Strephon, as they stood watching Sir Robert and Lady Narcissa at a distance. “All the man thinks upon is Narcissa–he maketh no secret of it. If this idiocy is what overcometh men who fall in love, be thou assured that I will never be among them.”

Alicia A WillisTo Birmingham Castle
Book:To Birmingham Castle: A Tale of Friendship and Adventure
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