Penny Dreadfuls, 1602 · page 303 of 400
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# What This Page Contains This is a page of running prose poetry from Chapter 66 of what appears to be "Albions England," a historical verse narrative. The text describes the Arctic expeditions of Burrough (likely William Burroughs) through frozen seas to the River Ob, detailing encounters with indigenous peoples—the Samoyeds—and their customs, boats, deer-sleds, and trade goods. The passage praises Burrough's achievements and mentions other explorers (Per, Jackman, Jenkinson) who traveled to Europe, Asia, and Africa in service of England's commercial interests. The ornate initial letter and decorative header frame the chapter opening in typical early modern printing style.
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Machine-transcribed from the original scan — historical spelling and the odd misread are preserved.
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