The political mischiefs of popery: or, Arguments demonstrating, I. That the romish religion ruines all those countries where 'tis established, : and has given rise to most of the mischiefs, that have over-spread the Christian Common-wealth. II. That (as an instance hereof) it occasions the loss of above 200 millions of livres, or 16 millions sterling per an. to France, in particular. III. That if popery were abolished in France, that kingdom would become incomparably more rich and populous; and the king's revenues would advance above 100 millions of livres or 8 millions sterling per annum. V. [sic] That it is impossible that France should ever be re-established whilst popery is their national religion. By a person of quality, a native of France; author of The desolation of France demonstrated.
Souligné, de.
Ridpath, George,-1726.
Edinburgh : Re-printed; and sold by John Vallange, at his shop a little above the Cross,
1699.
A person of quality = De Souligné, who signs the dedication to the House of Commons: De Souligné grandson to M. Du Plessis Mornay.
The "Translator's letter to the book-seller" is signed: G. Ridpath.
Original French title not identified.
Wing (2nd ed.)
Aldis, H.G.  Scotland,
ESTC
Catholic Church
Catholic Church
Clergy
Scotland Edinburgh.