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A42341 The history of the Church of Peterburgh wherein the most remarkable things concerning that place, from the first foundation thereof, with other passages of history not unworthy publick view, are represented / by Symon Gunton ... ; illustrated with sculptures ; and set forth by Symon Patrick ... Gunton, Simon, 1609-1676.; Patrick, Simon, 1626-1707. 1686 (1686) Wing G2246; ESTC R5107 270,254 362

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