An Inquiry Into The Rise And Progress Of Parliament V1: Chiefly In Scotland (1806) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781120151667)

""An Inquiry Into The Rise And Progress Of Parliament V1: Chiefly In Scotland"" is a historical book written by Alexander Wight and published in 1806. The book provides a detailed account of the development of parliamentary institutions in Scotland, from their origins in the Middle Ages to the present day. The author examines the various factors that contributed to the rise of parliament, including the influence of the church, the growth of trade and commerce, and the emergence of a powerful landed aristocracy. He also discusses the different forms of parliamentary government that existed in Scotland over the centuries, including the burghs, the counties, and the parliament itself. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Scottish politics and the development of parliamentary democracy in Europe.In Two Volumes.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.

Author: Alexander Wight
ISBN-10: 112015166X
ISBN-13: 9781120151667
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/24/2009
Pages: 628
Format: Paperback
Weight: 3.07lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 1.27d