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A41340 The first part of Dr. Faustus abreviated and brought into verse. Shewing the wickedness of his life, and the tyranny of the devil; who after he had insnared him by delusions and large promises of 24 years prosperiry [sic], threatened to pull and tear him in pieces when he seemed to repent. With many other things worthy to be minded. 1690 (1690) Wing F977A; ESTC R217390 7,038 24

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