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Discover the intricacies of the English Constitution with this highly accessible political and legal analysis by Walter Bagehot. First published in serialized form from 1865 to 1867, the work offers valuable insights, many of which remain relevant today. Bagehots astute observations, particularly his commentary on the monarchy and the role of imagination in governance, provide a compelling exploration of constitutional complexities. While some aspects of the English system have evolved since Bagehots time, his discerning philosophical groundwork largely holds true. Dive into the ...

In the volume which, with much diffidence, is here offered to the public, I have given, as far as I have considered it worth giving, my whole thought in a connected form on the nature, necessity, extent, authority, origin, ground, and constitution of government, and the unity, nationality, constitution, tendencies, and destiny of the American Republic. Many of the points treated have been from time to time discussed or touched upon, and many of the views have been presented, in my previous writings; but this work is newly and independently written from beginning to end, and is as complete on ...

The second volume of this famous and idiosyncratic history covers events from October 1789, after Louis XVI has been 'persuaded' to leave Versailles and take up residence in Paris, through to August 1792. By the end of this time, Louis and his family have tried, unsuccessfully, to flee the country, France has been invaded by foreign powers, and anti-royalist French militia have brutally massacred a corps of Swiss Guards seeking to defend Louis and his family in their Paris residence. Louis is imprisoned, and it is clear to all that a three year effort to establish a constitutional monarchy ...

In this next installment of the Chronicles of America, Farrand takes American history from peace treaty, to trade, to confederation, to further conflicts and developments, to convention, and finally to union.

An early influential work describing the features contained within the new Constitution that was produced out of the Constitutional Convention in late 1787. - Summary by progressingamerica The full title: "An Examination into the Leading Principles of the Federal Constitution Proposed by the Late Convention Held at Philadelphia, with Answers to the Principle Objections that Have Been Raised Against the System"

Henry Cabot Lodge was a popular American Senator from Massachusetts. He did not only make a name for himself as a politician, but also as an essayist, combining his personal experience as Senator with a study of the philosophical and historical background of this profession. The essays in this volume concern the American model of democracy in particular. Published in 1915, the essays contained herein also reflect the rapid changes brought about by World War I, which will interest a wide readership. - Summary by Carolin

Elementary Catechism on the Constitution of The United States was written in 1826 by Arthur J. Stansbury (1781-1865) a New York Presbyterian minister who was known for his sermons that discussed political events. It was written in a unique question and answer format for usage in grade schools to introduce the concepts of the US Constitution to elementary School children. He was unabashedly patriotic in his writings and sermons. This book is an important cultural marker written at the time of the Jubilee Anniversary (50 years) of the signing of the Declaration of Independence on the 4th of July...

Enter the realm of creativity with Creative Constitution, the podcast that dives deep into the dynamic world of filmmaking, music creation, and the boundless realms of creativity. Uncover topics within areas such as filmmaking, technological advancements, the music industry, paths to success, artistic expression and all things creative. Join the conversation with Debora Tamay (Actor | Director | Writer | Lawyer) and Jaz Sebastian (Actor | Singer | Songwriter) and a number of inspiring guests at each stage of the creative journey. Episodes Weekly.

Listen every Thursday as AJC Arts and Entertainment Editor Shane Harrison, along with Food, Dining, and Living Editor Ligaya Figueres, and Entertainment Reporter Rodney Ho introduce you to the most interesting people, places, and things to do in and around Atlanta. It's the podcast that helps you get ready for the weekend!

The two most treasured documents of American freedom together on one audiobook. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal… Drafted by Thomas Jefferson in 1776 as an act of rebellion, The Declaration of Independence powerfully expresses the political principles of...