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B02470 Several letters; containing the amours of 1. The unfortunate dutchess; or, The lucky gamester. 2. Love after enjoyment; or, Fatal constancy. 3. The unhappy mistake; or, The fate of cross'd loves. Written by Mr. Cr----rd, gent. Craufurd, David, 1665-1726. 1700 (1700) Wing C6863A; ESTC R174381 142,956 264

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