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A81057 An apology for the Contemplations on the life and glory of Holy Mary mother of Jesus Shewing, the innocency, equity and antiquity, of the honour and veneration given to the blessed virgin mother by the Holy Catholick Church. By J.C. D.D. With allowance of superiours. Cross, John, 1630-1689. 1687 (1687) Wing C7249; ESTC R225379 82,720 165

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