Titles by William Molyneux

1656 – 1698

Molyneux wrote an influential work which defended the right of Irish independence from the British Crown and opposed British mercantilist policies.

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It was much reprinted during the 18th century and had an impact on American ideas of independence.

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Portrait of William Molyneux

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