The political history of the devil, as well ancient as modern
in two parts ; part I. Containing a state of the devil's circumstances, and the various turns of his affairs ... ; part II. Containing his more private conduct, down to the present times ....
by Daniel Defoe
- First published:
- 18th century
- Language: English
- Content type: Primary source
Anonymous. By Daniel Defoe Later editions published with title: History of the devil Moore, A checklist of the writings of Daniel Defoe, 480 Esdaile, A.J.K. Tales p. 209
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| Edition | Date | Publisher | Language | ISBN | Access | Links |
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in two parts ; part I. Containing a state of the devil's circumstances, and the various turns of his affairs ... ; part II. Containing his more private conduct, down to the present times .... Internet Archive institutional pre-1900 scan | 1726 | London : Printed for T. Warner; Printed for T. Warner | English | — | Public |
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- Contributing institution: Boston Public Library
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