The High Court Of Parliament And Its Supremacy: An Historical Essay On The Boundaries Between Legislation And Adjudication In England (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163480618)

The book titled ""The High Court of Parliament and Its Supremacy: An Historical Essay on the Boundaries Between Legislation and Adjudication in England"" is written by Charles Howard McIlwain. The book is a historical essay that explores the boundaries between legislation and adjudication in England, with a particular focus on the role of the High Court of Parliament.McIlwain discusses the historical development of the English legal system, tracing the evolution of the High Court of Parliament from its origins in medieval times to its modern-day role as the supreme legislative and judicial authority in the country. He examines the relationship between the High Court of Parliament and the common law courts, as well as the tension between legislative power and judicial independence.The book also explores the concept of parliamentary sovereignty, which holds that the High Court of Parliament is the ultimate authority in the land, and that no other institution or individual can challenge its decisions. McIlwain examines the historical origins of this doctrine, and its impact on the English legal system.Overall, ""The High Court of Parliament and Its Supremacy"" is a comprehensive and scholarly exploration of the historical development of the English legal system, and the central role played by the High Court of Parliament in shaping that system. It will be of interest to scholars and students of legal history, as well as anyone interested in the evolution of the English legal system and the role of parliament in shaping that system.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: Charles Howard McIlwain
ISBN-10: 1163480614
ISBN-13: 9781163480618
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 432
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.77lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d