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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... statesmen were trained by that old Constitution. It is not really tested till it comes to be worked by statesmen and among a people neither of whom are guided by a different experience. In one respect we are indeed particularly likely ...
... statesmen were trained by that old Constitution. It is not really tested till it comes to be worked by statesmen and among a people neither of whom are guided by a different experience. In one respect we are indeed particularly likely ...
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... statesmen—if I may so call them—Lord Derby, Lord Russell, Lord Palmerston, retained great power. Lord Palmerston to the last retained great prohibitive power. Though in some ways always young, he had not a particle of sympathy with the ...
... statesmen—if I may so call them—Lord Derby, Lord Russell, Lord Palmerston, retained great power. Lord Palmerston to the last retained great prohibitive power. Though in some ways always young, he had not a particle of sympathy with the ...
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... statesmen have the greatest opportunities they have had for many years, and likewise the greatest duty. They have to guide the new voters in the exercise of the franchise; to guide them quietly, and without saying what they are doing ...
... statesmen have the greatest opportunities they have had for many years, and likewise the greatest duty. They have to guide the new voters in the exercise of the franchise; to guide them quietly, and without saying what they are doing ...
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... statesmen have great power; when there is no fire lighted, they can settle what fire shall be lit. And as the new suffrage is happily to be tried in a quiet time, the responsibility of our statesmen is great because their power is great ...
... statesmen have great power; when there is no fire lighted, they can settle what fire shall be lit. And as the new suffrage is happily to be tried in a quiet time, the responsibility of our statesmen is great because their power is great ...
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... statesmen are not men of ancient descent or of great hereditary estate; they are men mostly of substantial means, but they are mostly, too, connected more or less closely with the new trading wealth. The spirit of the two Assemblies has ...
... statesmen are not men of ancient descent or of great hereditary estate; they are men mostly of substantial means, but they are mostly, too, connected more or less closely with the new trading wealth. The spirit of the two Assemblies has ...
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