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A51771
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The lost lover, or, The jealous husband a comedy, as it is acted at the Theatre Royal by His Majesty's servants / written by Mrs. Manley.
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Manley, Mrs. (Mary de la Rivière), 1663-1724.
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1696
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Wing M435; ESTC R7067
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