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A53046 The life of the thrice noble, high and puissant prince William Cavendishe, Duke, Marquess and Earl of Newcastle ... written by the thrice noble, illustrious and excellent princess, Margaret, Duchess of Newcastle, his wife. Newcastle, Margaret Cavendish, Duchess of, 1624?-1674. 1667 (1667) Wing N853; ESTC R30741 100,054 226

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