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John Neville Figgis on Independence Day

1866–1919 England

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In the struggle between liberty and authority the possession of a hostile printing press becomes of capital importance.

Studies of Political Thought from Gershon to Grotius, 1414–1625 (1907)

Political liberty is the residuary legatee of ecclesiastical animosities.

Studies of Political Thought from Gershon to Grotius, 1414–1625 (1907)

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