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A78025 A narration of the life of Mr. Henry Burton. Wherein is set forth the various and remarkable passages thereof, his sufferings, supports, comforts, and deliverances. Now published for the benefit of all those that either doe or may suffer for the cause of Christ. According to a copy written with his owne hand. Burton, Henry, 1578-1648. 1643 (1643) Wing B6169; Thomason E94_10; ESTC R20087 50,659 60

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