The English ConstitutionDigiCat, 2022 M11 21 - 244 páginas In 'The English Constitution' by Walter Bagehot, the author delves into the intricacies of the British political system, providing a detailed analysis of the monarchy, the government, and the parliament. Bagehot's writing style is both informative and engaging, making this book a must-read for those interested in political science and British history. Written in the 19th century, this book remains relevant today in understanding the evolution of the English constitution and its impact on modern governance. Bagehot's comparison of the British system with other governments adds depth and perspective to his arguments, making this book a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Walter Bagehot, a renowned economist and political analyst, drew from his firsthand observations as a journalist and editor to write 'The English Constitution'. His keen insights into the workings of the British government are reflected in the thorough research and compelling arguments presented in this book. Bagehot's expertise in political theory and his passion for understanding governance shine through in his analysis. I highly recommend 'The English Constitution' to anyone interested in British politics, constitutional law, or political theory. Bagehot's timeless observations continue to offer valuable insights into the functioning of the English government, making this book a seminal work in the field of political science. |
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... never were contemporaneous in reality. The difficulty is the greater because a writer who deals with a living Government naturally compares it with the most important other living Governments, and these are changing too; what he ...
... never were contemporaneous in reality. The difficulty is the greater because a writer who deals with a living Government naturally compares it with the most important other living Governments, and these are changing too; what he ...
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... never vote for you again". Many Radical members who had been asking for years for household suffrage were much more surprised than pleased at the near chance of obtaining it; they had asked for it as bargainers ask for the highest ...
... never vote for you again". Many Radical members who had been asking for years for household suffrage were much more surprised than pleased at the near chance of obtaining it; they had asked for it as bargainers ask for the highest ...
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... never settles its topics; it can only decide upon the issues of those topics. And in settling what these questions shall be, statesmen have now especially a great responsibility if they raise questions which will excite the lower orders ...
... never settles its topics; it can only decide upon the issues of those topics. And in settling what these questions shall be, statesmen have now especially a great responsibility if they raise questions which will excite the lower orders ...
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... never consent to a very numerous life peerage without a storm; they must be in terror to do it, or they will not do it. And if the storm blows strongly enough to do so much, in all likelihood it will blow strongly enough to do much more ...
... never consent to a very numerous life peerage without a storm; they must be in terror to do it, or they will not do it. And if the storm blows strongly enough to do so much, in all likelihood it will blow strongly enough to do much more ...
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... never think so. Young men who are born to rank may risk it, not middle-aged or old men who have earned their rank. A moderate number of life peers would almost always counsel moderation to the Lords, and would almost always be.
... never think so. Young men who are born to rank may risk it, not middle-aged or old men who have earned their rank. A moderate number of life peers would almost always counsel moderation to the Lords, and would almost always be.
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