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This is Volume 4 of a five-volume collection of the non-dramatic works of Thomas Dekker, a prominent figure in English Renaissance drama. Dekker, a contemporary of Shakespeare, was known for his prolific output and contributions to the vibrant literary scene of Elizabethan and Jacobean England. This volume offers a compilation of Dekker's writings beyond his dramatic works, providing insights into his broader literary contributions and the cultural context of his time. Edited by Alexander Balloch Grosart, this collection aims to present a comprehensive view of Dekker's literary legacy. Readers interested in the history of English literature, particularly the drama and social commentary of the late 16th and early 17th centuries, will find this collection invaluable. The works included offer a rich tapestry of language, social observation, and theatrical innovation. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive