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Barataria

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Barataria
monarchy where all men are equal and the rulers share the palace chores. [Br. Opera: Gilbert and Sullivan The Gondoliers]
See : Equality
Barataria
dishes removed before Sancho tasted them. [Span. Lit.: Don Quixote]
See : Frustration
Barataria
island-city where Sancho Panza, as governor, settles disputes equitably. [Span. Lit.: Cervantes Don Quixote]
See : Justice
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On reaching the gates of the town, which was a walled one, the municipality came forth to meet him, the bells rang out a peal, and the inhabitants showed every sign of general satisfaction; and with great pomp they conducted him to the principal church to give thanks to God, and then with burlesque ceremonies they presented him with the keys of the town, and acknowledged him as perpetual governor of the island of Barataria.
Don Quixote by Cervantes, Miguel View in context
 
 
 
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