Proceedings and Debates of the Convention of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania: To Propose Amendments to the Constitution, Commenced ... at Harrisburg,

By John Agg and Pennsylvania Constitutional Convention

Book Overview

This is Volume 9 of the "Proceedings and Debates of the Convention of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania," documenting the convention held in Harrisburg, commencing on May 2, 1837. The purpose of this convention was to propose amendments to the Constitution of Pennsylvania. This historical record offers detailed insights into the discussions, arguments, and decisions made during this crucial period of Pennsylvania's constitutional development.

Compiled and recorded by John Agg, the volume provides a comprehensive account of the debates and proceedings, making it an invaluable resource for legal scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the evolution of constitutional law and the political history of Pennsylvania. This volume captures the voices and perspectives of the delegates as they grappled with the challenges of adapting their foundational legal document to the needs of a changing society.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1146864914
• ISBN13: 9781146864916
• Release Date: March 2010
• Publisher: Nabu Press
• Length: 442 Pages
• Weight: 1.73 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 7.4" x 9.7"