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The Magdalen by William Dodd (1780)

The Covent Garden Calendar - Dedication

Dedication


To the Rev. Mr. Harrison

            Whose pious admonitions to the penitents, has justly merited their veneration and esteem, as much as his superior excellence in pulpit oratory, has gained the public applause. The following Historic Facts, penned by a late unfortunate* divine, to show the great advantage of an asylum for the repentant sinner, desirous of returning to virtue, and to peace,
            Are respectfully inscribed,
            By his most obedient
            Humble servant,
            THE EDITOR.

* The Rev. William Dodd was hanged for forgery in 1777. See https://www.exclassics.com/newgate/ng343.htm

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