Constitutional History of England, Henry VII to George II. Volume 1 of 3

Name: Constitutional History of England, Henry VII to George II. Volume 1 of 3
Author: Henry Hallam

By Henry Hallam

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A sweeping constitutional survey traces the evolution of English government from medieval origins through the early modern era, arguing that core liberties arose in common law and were secured by judicial practice and jury trial rather than by parliamentary forms alone. It examines the interaction of law, royal prerogative, and political convention, the rise of party government and ministerial responsibility, abuses such as arbitrary arrest and politicized courts, and reforms that curtailed extra-legal power. The narrative blends political events, legal institutions, and moral judgment to explain how customary practice and public opinion shaped the modern constitution.

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Henry Hallam

Henry Hallam was an English historian and essayist, best known for his comprehensive works on English constitutional history and medieval Europe. His notable work, "Constitutional History of England, Henry VII to George II," spans three volumes and provides an in-depth analysis of the evolution of the English constitution. Hallam's scholarship also includes significant contributions to the understanding of European literature during the Renaissance, as seen in his "Introduction to the Literature of Europe in the Fifteenth, Sixteenth, and Seventeenth Centuries." His writings reflect a keen interest in the interplay between history and literature, establishing him as a prominent figure in 19th-century historiography.