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The Erotic History of Hugh Hefner: Part II
The Captain’s Paradise
December
1
1979
GAY TALESE
Julian Allen
The Erotic History of Hugh Hefner: Part II
GAY TALESE
December
1
1979
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The Erotic History of Hugh Hefner: Part II
The Captain’s Paradise
December
1
1979
GAY TALESE
Julian Allen
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