A Topographical and Historical Account of the Parish of St. Mary-le-Bone: Comprising a Copious Description of Its Public Buildings, Antiquities, Schools, Charitable Endowments, Sources of Public Amusement, &c. with Biographical Notices of Eminent Persons. Illustrated with Six Views and a MapJ. Smith, 1833 - 319 pages |
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