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    Velasco
    Velasco
    Velasco
    Ebook103 pages55 minutes

    Velasco

    By Epes Sargent

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    "Velasco" is a historical play mixed with elements of fiction. The general action of this work is taken from incidents in the career of Rodrigo Diaz, the Cid, whose accomplishments constitute so considerable a part of the historical and romantic literature of Spain. The play was critically admired by several famous playwrights of the time.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherDigiCat
    Release dateSep 15, 2022
    ISBN8596547316336
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