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Designed for the letter-writers, note-takers, and card-senders of the world, this stationery set includes:  - 20 blank notecards, featuring classic Shakespeare quotes  - 20 envelopes  - 20 embossed gold sticker seals  - A hardcover pocket journal  - Keepsake box for storage  Designed to look like a classic book of Shakespearean verse, this collectible set gives fans a unique way to celebrate the words and legacy of their favorite playwright.","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"GB \/ VERY_GOOD \/ INTERNAL","offer_id":49582306263313,"sku":"GOR009912295","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/1683831047.jpg?v=1751247247"},{"product_id":"literary-portsmouth-book-steve-wallis-9781445616469","title":"Literary Portsmouth","description":"The city of Portsmouth has a long literary history. 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