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A53091 The Character of a rebellion, and what England may expect from one, or, The designs of dissenters examined by reason, experience, and the laws and statutes of the realm Nalson, John, 1638?-1686. 1681 (1681) Wing N91; ESTC R4252 19,653 22

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