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B08586
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The sin and folly of drunkenness considered I. What it is. II. What is vicious or sinfull in drinking (whether men will call it drunkenness or no.) III. What may be said against it.
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Buckler, Edward, 1610-1706.
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Wing B5351A; ESTC R215456
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