A Constitution In Making: 1660-1714 (1920)

By G.B. Perrett

Book Overview

""A Constitution In Making: 1660-1714"" is a historical book written by G. B. Perrett and published in 1920. The book explores the period in English history between 1660 and 1714, which was a time of significant political and social change. It covers the reigns of Charles II, James II, William III, and Anne, and the events that shaped the development of the English constitution during this time.Perrett provides a detailed analysis of the political and social context of the period, including the Restoration, the Glorious Revolution, and the War of the Spanish Succession. He examines the various political factions and their struggles for power, as well as the role of the monarchy, parliament, and the judiciary in the development of the English constitution.The book also explores the impact of religious and cultural changes on English society, including the rise of dissenting Protestant groups and the growth of the British Empire. Perrett provides a nuanced and insightful account of the complex forces that shaped the English constitution during this period, and the legacy of these developments for modern British politics.Overall, ""A Constitution In Making: 1660-1714"" is a comprehensive and engaging historical work that offers a rich and detailed account of a crucial period in English history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the development of the English constitution and the political and social changes that shaped modern Britain.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164058053
• ISBN13: 9781164058052
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"