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A43153 The English rogue continued in the life of Meriton Latroon, and other extravangants comprehending the most eminent cheats of most trades professions. The second part. Licensed Feb. 22. 1669; English rogue. Part 2. Head, Richard, 1637?-1686? 1680 (1680) Wing H1249AA; ESTC R216596 218,882 355

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