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An historical account of the life, actions, and conduct of Dr. Archibald Cameron, : brother to Donald Cameron of Lochiel, chief of that clan. Containing, I. The reasons which induced the doctor to list himself among the rebels. II. His principal business ... III. The genealogy of the Camerons, ... III. [sic] A character and description of the antient Highlanders, ... With the proceedings against him at the Court of King's Bench, ... With a curious print of Dr. Cameron

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Publication date: 1753.
Call number: 322031
Dimensions: (8vo)
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