Principles Of The Commonwealth - Edmund Lawrence - Bog

Principles of the Commonwealth: A Treatise is a book written by Edmund Lawrence in 1884. The book is a comprehensive examination of the principles underlying the Commonwealth, which was a term used to describe the British Empire at the time. The book is divided into two parts. The first part discusses the historical origins of the Commonwealth, tracing its development from the earliest days of the British Empire to the present day. It examines the various political, economic, and social factors that have shaped the Commonwealth, and explores the role of the British monarchy, the British Parliament, and other institutions in its governance.The second part of the book delves into the principles that underpin the Commonwealth. It discusses the concept of sovereignty and how it is shared between the various nations that make up the Commonwealth. It also explores the idea of citizenship and the rights and responsibilities that come with it, as well as the role of law and justice in the Commonwealth.Throughout the book, Lawrence emphasizes the importance of the Commonwealth as a force for good in the world. He argues that its principles of democracy, equality, and justice are essential to creating a more just and equitable global society. Overall, Principles of the Commonwealth: A Treatise is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and principles of the British Empire and the Commonwealth. It provides a detailed analysis of the political, economic, and social factors that have shaped this unique institution, and explores the ways in which it has contributed to the development of modern democracy and human rights.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.