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A56136 A brief apologie for all nonsubscribers, and looking-glasse for all apostate perjured prescribers & subscribers of the new engagement wherein they may clearly behold their presidents, sin, horrour, punishment. Prynne, William, 1600-1669. 1649 (1649) Wing P3906; ESTC R33922 10,119 17

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