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A01846 Reasons metaphorphosis, and restauration Whereunto are annexed two other treatises. viz. 1. Choyce and applications. 2. My friend. By Charles Goldwell Master of Artes, and minister of Gods word. Goldwell, Charles. 1621 (1621) STC 11988; ESTC S103303 48,170 303

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