Published in the mid-1800s, this book offers a detailed look at the history of Great Britain and Ireland, from the earliest settlements to the present day. With particular focus on the Union of the Kingdoms, Coote's work provides a fascinating perspective on the political and social forces that have helped to shape the British Isles.

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