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Shakespeare plays PALAMON, an imprisoned nobleman

Illustration: Shakespeare plays Palamon dressed in classical style. He and his fellow prisoner Arcite are both in chains. Palamon looks eager as he grasps Arcite’s shoulder with one hand and points with the other

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Palamon and Arcite are the best of friends until they catch sight of Emilia through the window of their cell. From that moment on they are deadly rivals for her affections.
The Two Noble Kinsmen
Act 2 Scene 2

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