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Ruines, p. 33 (6  October  1796) Volney, Constantin François Chasseboeuf deLes ruines, ou Méditation sur les révolutions des empires. 1707
Although there are several titles that begin ‘ruines' between 1700 and 1797, this popular work by Volney also matches WG's current interests. It was republished in 1791 and 1792.

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