Bagehot, Walter
The English Constitution
- ISBN 13:
- 9781979672351
- author:
- Bagehot, Walter
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2017
- Pages:
- 128
- Dimensions:
- 27.9 x 21.6 x 0.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Law, Constitutional,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The English Constitution by Walter Bagehot is a foundational work on the UK's constitutional framework. First published in serial form in The Fortnightly Review between 1865 and 1867, the book was later published in book form in 1867. Bagehot explores the functioning of Parliament and the British monarchy, as well as the contrasts between British and American government. This influential work has been widely translated and remains a valuable resource for understanding the UK's constitutional history. One of the key challenges in writing about a living Constitution is capturing its dynamic nature. Unlike historical accounts, which can be based on a fixed point in time, contemporary writers must navigate the ever-changing landscape of government and politics. Bagehot's work addresses this challenge by examining the UK's constitutional framework in a way that is both insightful and relevant to contemporary debates. This book provides a unique perspective on the UK's constitutional history and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the country's governance and politics.
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