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A50175 Winter meditations directions how to employ the leisure of the winter for the glory of God : accompanied with reflections as well historical as theological, not only upon the circumstances of winter, but also upon the notable works of God, both in creation and Providence ... / by Cotton Mather ; with a preface of John Higginson. Mather, Cotton, 1663-1728.; Higginson, John, 1616-1708. 1693 (1693) Wing M1170; ESTC R24049 51,315 99

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