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A57589 Sir Walter Raleigh's Sceptick, or speculations and Observations of the magnificency and opulency of cities, his Seat of government, and letters to the Kings Majestie, and others of qualitie : also, his demeanor before his execution.; Sceptick Raleigh, Walter, Sir, 1552?-1618.; James I, King of England, 1566-1625. 1651 (1651) Wing R186A; ESTC R9285 29,117 153

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