"The monarchy has this great advantage, that it provides us with a symbol to which we can all look, whether overseas or at home, the visible embodiment of the unity of our peoples and form of society — a head which is at the same time separate from the centre of real political power."
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A. L. Rowse, 'The Rhythm of English History', The English Spirit: Essays in History and Literature (1944), p. 24
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