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Dictionary of Phrase and Fable—P

Peter of Provence

came into possession of Merlin's wooden horse. There is a French romance called Peter of Provence and the Fair Magalona, the chief incidents of which are connected with this flying charger.

Source: Dictionary of Phrase and Fable, E. Cobham Brewer, 1894
Peter the Great
Peter Wilkins
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