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A Portuguese fleet becomes the object of conflict between Roman gods.

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Now the light char’iot on the green depose the pure white Cygnets, slowly softly wending; and Dionaea, who conjoinèd shows roses in waste of snows, is seen descending. Her Bowyer-son who dareth Heav’en oppose, to greet her hasteth with douce smile unbending; while of the little Cupid lads a band crowdeth to kiss the Queen of Beauty’s hand.

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