Basil I

British

noun

known as the Macedonian . died 886 _ad , Byzantine emperor (876–86): founder of the Macedonian dynasty

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Basil I

“Are there any adders around the Mossflower region, Basil? I mean, if there were, then you’d be the very creature to know about them, being an expert and all that.”

From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques

"Basil I want to speak to you—will you come into the other room?" she said huskily.

From Diana by Susan Warner

Basil, I am a fool and a dreamer!

From Chance in Chains A Story of Monte Carlo by Cyril Arthur Edward Ranger Gull

Something that will rather surprise you, Basil: I have to tell you to leave London at once!

From Basil by Wilkie Collins

"Yes, Basil; I know it!" she said, meeting his eyes with a steady look.

From Diana by Susan Warner

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