of person in it, to write over his door his ownname, the name of his wife, and those of his children,his slaves, and all the inmates of his house, and also thenumber of animals that he keeps. And if any one diesin the house then the name of that person is erased, andif any child is born its name is… … Chap. LXXVI. THE GREAT CITY OF KINSAY 193 an hostel for travellers is bound to register their namesand surnames, as well as the day and month of theirarrival and departure. And thus the sovereign hath themeans of knowing, whenever it pleases him, who comeand go throughout his dominions. And certes…
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