The works of the English poets. With prefaces, biographical and critical, by S. Johnson, Том 131790 |
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Стр. 6 - t has been held by many, that As Montaigne, playing with his cat, Complains she thought him but an ass, Much more she would Sir Hudibras.
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| Название | The works of the English poets. With prefaces, biographical and critical, by S. Johnson, Том 13 The works of the English poets. With prefaces, biographical and critical, by S. Johnson, English poets |
| Автор | English poets |
| Опубликована: | 1790 |
| Владелец оригинала: | Оксфордский университет |
| Оцифровано | 26 сен 2006 |
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