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A01047 The chronicle historie of Perkin VVarbeck A strange truth. Acted (some-times) by the Queenes Maiesties Servants at the Phænix in Drurie lane.; Chronicle history of Perkin Warbeck Ford, John, 1586-ca. 1640. 1634 (1634) STC 11157; ESTC S102422 43,540 84

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