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    The origin of the distinction of ranks or, an inquiry into the circumstances which give rise to influence and authority in the different members of society. By John Millar, Esq. Professor of Law in the University of Glasgow.

    Millar, John, 1735-1801. | Date: MDCCXCIII. [1793]
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    Nan nü : men, women, and gender in early and Imperial China.

    | Date: 1999-
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    Conjugal love and duty a discourse upon Hebrews xiii.4. Preached at St. Ann's, in Dublin, Sept. 11, 1757. With A Dedication to the Right Hon. Lady Caroline Russel, Asserting the Prerogative of Beauty, And Vindicating the Privileges of the Fair Sex.

    Brett, John, Rector of Moynalty | Date: M.DCC.LVIII. [1758]
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    A Good wife, God's gift; or A character of a wife indeed! Also, a poetical description of the chaste virgin; of a good wife; and a pious widow, &c.

    Gataker, Thomas, 1574-1654. | Date: 1796
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    Immaculate forms : uncovering the history of women's bodies / Helen King.

    King, Helen | Date: 2024
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Master and servant
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