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A59445 The royal shepherdess a tragi-comedy, acted by His Highness the Duke of York's servants. Shadwell, Thomas, 1642?-1692.; J. F. (John Fountain). Rewards of vertue. 1669 (1669) Wing S2868; ESTC R11510 24,695 46

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