ABSTRACT

First published in 1938, The British Constitution discusses the basic features of the British Constitution. The author argues that the Constitution is more than a body of institutions working in accordance with principles laid down in law or expressed in conventions. It is society in its political aspect. In addition to the features of the Constitution, the book also explains the functions of the House of Commons, the House of Lords, the King, the Cabinet, the parties, the administration and the armed forces. This book will be of interest to anyone keen on learning about the British Constitution as well as students of political science and history.

chapter Chapter I|14 pages

Introduction

chapter Chapter II|27 pages

The House of Commons

chapter Chapter III|13 pages

The House of Lords

chapter Chapter IV|37 pages

The King

chapter Chapter V|23 pages

The Cabinet

chapter Chapter VI|35 pages

The Parties

chapter Chapter VII|28 pages

The Administration

chapter Chapter VIII|23 pages

The Armed Forces

chapter Chapter IX|11 pages

The Administration of Justice

chapter Chapter X|16 pages

The Church

chapter Chapter XI|11 pages

The Educational System

chapter Chapter XII|22 pages

Public Opinion

chapter Chapter XIII|13 pages

Democracy in England