Facts and Speculations on the Origin and History of Playing CardsJohn Russell Smith, 1848 - 343 pages This 1848 volume is devoted to the history of playing cards and the opinions of moralists and theologians with respect to the lawfulness of the game. |
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Facts and Speculations on the Origin and History of Playing Cards William Andrew Chatto Affichage du livre entier - 1848 |
Facts and Speculations on the Origin and History of Playing Cards William Andrew Chatto Affichage du livre entier - 1848 |
Facts and Speculations on the Origin and History of Playing Cards William Andrew Chatto Affichage du livre entier - 1848 |
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