An abstract or several particulars of the infamous and lying history of Bp Burnet's own time vol.1, [ca 1723].

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An abstract or several particulars of the infamous and lying history of Bp Burnet's own time vol.1, [ca 1723].

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Manuscript, lightly annotated in margins, of a polemical treatise criticizing the posthumously published "History of My Own Times" by Gilbert Burnet, bp. of Salisbury (1643-1715), vol. 1 of which contained a summary of history of affairs of church and state in England and Scotland from the reign of James I to Charles II.

1 v. (ca. 180 p.) ; 15 x 10 cm.

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Church of England. Diocese of Salisbury. Bishop (1689-1715 : Burnet)

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Burnet, Gilbert, 1643-1715

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Gilbert Burnet was appointed Bishop of Salisbury in 1689. His most important work, History of my own time, was published after his death. As a bishop he was known to be an excellent administrator and pastor. From the description of Gilbert Burnet letter, Salisbury, [England], 1707 June 28. (Pennsylvania State University Libraries). WorldCat record id: 33928906 Bishop of Salisbury. From the description of Autograph note signed : Salisbury, 1707 Sept. 20. (Unknown)...