Perkins, John, 1698-1781.
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Thoughts on agency wherein, the article of motive (as necessitating human action) is particularly examined; and the origin, nature, and bounds of moral freedom, considered in a new way; with occasional observations and reflections on revenge, avarice, self-love, envy, &c. [One line in Latin from Cicero].
Perkins, John, 1698-1781.Date: 1765- E-books
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Theory of agency. Or, An essay on the nature, source and extent of moral freedom In two parts. With occasional observations and reflections. By a well-wisher to mankind. [One line from Cicero].
Perkins, John, 1698-1781.Date: 1771- E-books
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An essay on the agitations of the sea, and some other remarkables attending the earthquakes of the year M,DCC,L,V . To which are added, some thoughts on the causes of earthquakes. Written in the year 1756.
Perkins, John, 1698-1781.Date: 1761- E-books
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The true nature and cause of the tails of comets . Elucidated in a rationale agreeing with their several phanomena [sic]. By an enquirer.
Perkins, John, 1698-1781.Date: 1772