A Constitutional King George the First - Softcover

A Constitutional King George the First

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'A Constitutional King George the First' provides a detailed and analytical biography of the first Hanoverian monarch of Great Britain, exploring his pivotal role in the development of the British constitutional system. Written by H.M. Imbert-Terry, this work examines the transition of the British Crown from the House of Stuart to the House of Hanover and the subsequent evolution of parliamentary governance during the early 18th century.The narrative focuses on the character and reign of George I, challenging the historical perception of him as a disinterested foreign ruler. Instead, it portrays a monarch who understood the limitations of his power and the necessity of working within the framework of a constitutional monarchy. The text delves into the political challenges of the era, including the Jacobite threats, the rise of the Whig supremacy, and the emergence of the office of the Prime Minister under Sir Robert Walpole. By examining the king's relationship with his ministers and his influence on foreign policy, the book highlights how his reign provided much-needed stability to a nation in transition.This scholarly study is an essential resource for those interested in the foundations of the modern British state. 'A Constitutional King George the First' offers a nuanced perspective on the man who helped shape the future of the British monarchy by embracing the principles of constitutional rule and the growing influence of Parliament.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. Artikel-Nr. 9781025573779

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