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“Many who burnt heretics in the ordinary way of their business were otherwise excellent people.”

Quote by G. M. Trevelyan

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G. M. Trevelyan

G. M. Trevelyan was a distinguished British historian, recognized for his scholarly works on the history of England. Born on February 16, 1876, and passing away on July 21, 1962, Trevelyan's writing was celebrated for its lively narrative and his skill in reenacting historical events. more

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