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Thomas, Peter David Garner.
John Wilkes, a friend to liberty / Peter D. G. Thomas.
p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p.) and index.
1. Wilkes, John, 1727-1797. 2. Great Britain--Politics and government--1760-1789. 3. Radicalism--
Great Britain--History--18th century. 4. Politicians--Great Britain--Biography. 5. Liberty. I. Title.
DA512.W6T55 1996
941.07′3′092--dc20 [B] 95-36715
ISBN 0-19-820544-9

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