A Brief History Of The Constitution And Government Of Massachusetts - Louis Adams Frothingham - Bog

""A Brief History of the Constitution and Government of Massachusetts"" is a book written by Louis Adams Frothingham and first published in 1916. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the constitution and government of Massachusetts, one of the original thirteen colonies and a significant state in the formation of the United States. The book begins with a brief history of Massachusetts, including its early settlement by the Pilgrims and Puritans, its role in the American Revolution, and its development as a state in the early years of the United States. Frothingham then goes on to discuss the Massachusetts Constitution, which was adopted in 1780 and is still in use today. He provides a detailed analysis of the constitution's provisions, including its separation of powers, the structure of the state government, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens.In addition to discussing the constitution, Frothingham provides an overview of the Massachusetts government, including the roles and responsibilities of the governor, the legislature, and the judiciary. He also includes a chapter on legislative procedure, which outlines how laws are made in Massachusetts and the various steps involved in the legislative process.Overall, ""A Brief History of the Constitution and Government of Massachusetts"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and politics of Massachusetts or the United States as a whole. It provides a detailed and insightful look at the state's constitution and government, and is written in a clear and accessible style that makes it easy to understand for readers of all backgrounds.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.