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A57483 Maxims of state written by Sir Walter Raleigh ; whereunto is added his Instructions to his sonne, and The son's advice to his aged father.; Prince Raleigh, Walter, Sir, 1552?-1618. 1650 (1650) Wing R174; ESTC R9131 26,462 87

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