British Identities Before Nationalism

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The book explores the role of ethnicity in political discourse during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, a pivotal period before modern racial and nationalist ideologies emerged. It spans the political landscapes of England, Scotland, Ireland, and revolutionary America, while also incorporating European perspectives. By connecting historical discussions to contemporary issues of nationalism and identity, it offers a nuanced understanding of how ethnicity shaped political thought in this transformative era.