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A41370 A friendly apology, in the behalf of the womans excellency together with some examples of women-worthies : as also the character of a virtuous and accomplished woman : wherein ladies of pleasure are taxed and admonished / written in verse by J. Golborne ... Golborne, John. 1674 (1674) Wing G1009; ESTC R6976 33,308 70

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