The Burgess's Manual - Frederic Merrifield - Bog

""The Burgess's Manual: A Practical Exposition Of The Constitution Of Corporate Towns"" is a book written by Frederic Merrifield and originally published in 1854. The book is a comprehensive guide to the structure and workings of corporate towns, which were a type of local government in England during the 19th century. Merrifield's manual provides a detailed explanation of the legal and administrative framework of these towns, including the election of officials, the powers and responsibilities of different offices, and the procedures for conducting business. The book also covers the history and development of corporate towns, as well as their place in the broader context of English local government.The Burgess's Manual is intended as a practical resource for those involved in the governance of corporate towns, including elected officials, administrators, and legal professionals. However, it is also a valuable historical document that sheds light on the social and political landscape of 19th century England.Overall, ""The Burgess's Manual"" is a seminal work in the field of local government studies, providing a detailed and authoritative guide to the workings of a key institution in English society during the Victorian era.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.