English Political And Constitutional History, 1600-1900 (1902)

By George Elliott Howard

Book Overview

""English Political and Constitutional History, 1600-1900"" is a comprehensive historical account of the political and constitutional developments in England over a period of three centuries. Written by George Elliott Howard and first published in 1902, this book covers the major events and personalities that shaped English politics during this period.The book begins with the reign of James I and the struggles between the monarchy and Parliament that led to the English Civil War. It then covers the Restoration of the monarchy under Charles II, the Glorious Revolution of 1688, and the establishment of the Hanoverian dynasty in 1714. The book also examines the growth of the British Empire and the impact of industrialization on English society and politics.Throughout the book, Howard analyzes the key political and constitutional issues of the time, including the role of Parliament, the power of the monarch, and the rights of citizens. He also discusses the major political parties and movements that emerged during this period, such as the Whigs and Tories, and the Chartists.Overall, ""English Political and Constitutional History, 1600-1900"" provides a detailed and insightful account of one of the most important periods in English history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the political and constitutional development of England over the past three centuries.Syllabus Of A Course Of Lectures Delivered At Cornell University.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: 1165406292
• ISBN13: 9781165406296
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"