A Leap In The Dark

""A Leap in the Dark: Or Our New Constitution"" is a book written by Albert Venn Dicey and published in 1893. The book is a critical analysis of the British Constitution, which had undergone significant changes in the 19th century. Dicey argues that the new constitution was a ""leap in the dark"" because it was not based on any clear principles or rules, and was instead the result of a series of ad hoc decisions made by politicians and judges. Dicey examines the key features of the new constitution, including the expansion of the franchise, the rise of political parties, and the increasing power of the judiciary. He also discusses the role of the monarchy, arguing that it had become largely symbolic and ceremonial. Throughout the book, Dicey expresses concern about the lack of accountability and transparency in the new constitution, and the potential for abuse of power by those in positions of authority. He calls for a more coherent and principled approach to constitutional reform, based on clear principles of democracy, the rule of law, and individual rights. Overall, ""A Leap in the Dark"" is a seminal work in the field of constitutional law and political theory, and remains relevant today as a critique of the ongoing evolution of the British Constitution.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.