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The Oeconomy of Human Life. Translated from an Indian

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The Oeconomy of Human Life. Translated from an Indian

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The Oeconomy of Human Life. Translated from an Indian Manuscript, Written by an Ancient Bramin. Phila: W. Dunlap, 1765. 16mo. xvii, (1), 54, iv, (2), 70 p. Includes a second title page. Early worn paper-covered boards & leather spine. Back cover loose, some pages torn with losses.

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The Oeconomy of Human Life. Translated from an Indian

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