Count Alarcos; a Tragedy by Earl of Beaconsfield Benjamin Disraeli
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As one could fix on --
I:2:64 ALAR. Mendola left treasure? I:2:65 SIDO. Wedges of gold, a chamber of sequins Sealed up for ages, flocks of Barbary sheep Might ransom princes, tapestry so rare The King straight purchased, covering for the price Each piece with pistoles. I:2:66 COUN. Is she very fair I:2:67 LEON. As future queens must ever be, and yet Her face might charm uncrowned. I:2:68 COUN. It grieves me much To hear the Prince departs. 'Tis not the first Among her suitors I:2:69 ALAR. Your good uncle lives -- Nunez de Leon? I:2:70 LEON. To my cost, Alarcos; |
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