The Pretenders

This historic book may have numerous typos, missing text or index. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. 1907. Not illustrated. Excerpt: ... Bishop Nicholas. So much still undone, and to go and leave it all! So much undone, Viliam! Sira Viliam. My lord, think of heavenly things! Bishop Nicholas. I have time before me;--till well on in the morning, Master Sigard thinks Sira Viliam. My lord, my lord! Bishop Nicholas. Give me mitre and crozier!--'Tis very well for you to say that I should think [A priest brings them.] So, set the cap there, 'tis too heavy for me; give me the crozier in my hand; there, now am I in my armour. A bishop! The Evil One dare not grapple with me now! Sira Viliam. Desire you aught beside? Bishop Nicholas. No. Stay--tell me:--Peter, Andres Skialdarband's son,--all speak well of him-- Sira Viliam. In truth, his is a blameless soul. Bishop Nicholas. Peter, you shall watch beside me until the King or the D