Selected quad for the lemma: death_n
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A57730
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The gentlemans companion, or, A character of true nobility and gentility in the way of essay / by a person of quality ...
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Ramesey, William, 1627-1675 or 6.
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1672
(1672)
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Wing R206; ESTC R21320
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