Selected quad for the lemma: death_n
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B04313
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The Leicester-shire tragedy: or, the fatal over-throw of two unfortunate lovers, caus'd by Susanna's breach of promise. To the tune of, The jealous lover: or, The languishing swain.
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1685
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Wing L972; Interim Tract Supplement Guide C.39.k.6[11]
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