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A Day in Turkey; or, The Russian Slaves

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A Day in Turkey; or, The Russian Slaves

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Description: A play which engaged with contemporary geopolitical developments such as the French Revolution and the ongoing Russo-Turkish War. In the comedy, Russians are imprisoned along side French servants by Turkish invaders. Cowley's message is staunchly anti-imperialist.
Type: Manuscripts(Opens in new tab)
Date: 1791 November 29
Call number: mssLA 921
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