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A55279 Poems to the memory of that incomparable poet Edmond Waller Esquire by several hands. Rymer, Thomas, 1641-1713.; Behn, Aphra, 1640-1689.; Cotton, John, Sir, 1621-1701. 1688 (1688) Wing P2724; ESTC R17154 6,887 32

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