The Textbook Of The Constitution

The Textbook Of The Constitution: Magna Charta, The Petition Of Rights, And The Bill Of Rights (1848) is a comprehensive historical account of the development of the British Constitution. Written by Edward Shepherd Creasy, a renowned British historian, this book delves into the origins and evolution of the Magna Charta, the Petition of Rights, and the Bill of Rights - three pivotal documents that shaped the English legal system and influenced the development of constitutional law across the world.The book begins with an overview of the feudal system in England and the emergence of the Magna Charta in 1215, which established the principle of the rule of law and limited the powers of the monarch. It then explores the Petition of Rights, which was enacted in 1628 to protect the rights and liberties of English citizens against arbitrary rule by the Crown.The final section of the book focuses on the Bill of Rights, which was passed in 1689 following the Glorious Revolution. This document established the supremacy of Parliament over the monarch and enshrined fundamental rights such as freedom of speech and the right to a fair trial.Throughout the book, Creasy provides detailed analysis of the legal and political contexts in which these documents were created, as well as their lasting impact on the British legal system and wider society. The Textbook Of The Constitution is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of constitutional law and the development of democratic governance.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.