Excerpt from Reflections on the Formation of a Regency: In a Letter to a Member of the Lower House of Parliament
S you were pleafed to Exprefs your Opinion, that fome obfervations on the prefent crifis, urged in our converfation of yefierday, were not defiitute of weight, I fliall make no apology for addreffing them to you in fuch a form, as a few hours fiolen from occupations and difiraétions have enabled me to throw them together. Whatever may be their merit, nothing can be more certain, than that the moi't mature deliberation is the duty of every member of either houfe of parliament on this occafion.
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Excerpt from Reflections on the Formation of a Regency: In a Letter to a Member of the Lower House of Parliament
Sir,
As you were pleased to express your opinion, that some observations on the present crisis, urged in our conversation of yesterday, were not destitute of weight, I shall make no apology for addressing them to you in such a form, as a few hours stolen from occupations and distractions have enabled me to throw them together. Whatever may be their merit, nothing can be more certain, than that the most mature deliberation is the duty of every member of either house of parliament on this occasion.
Not to name motives, of which, would to heaven virtue could as powerfully counteract the influence, as decency forbids the mention, it is in such a question, unworthy a good man to abandon his conduct to the guidance of impressions that arise from the seductive eloquence, the tumultuous and desultory reasonings of debate.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into a crucial historical moment when the British monarchy faced a crisis due to the mental incapacity of King George III. The author analyzes the ensuing debate over whether the executive power should be vested in a single regent or a council of regency, considering the precedents, constitutional principles, and potential consequences of each option. The book explores the political landscape of the time, discussing the roles of key figures and factions, as well as the broader implications for the monarchy and the governance of Britain. By examining the arguments and motivations behind the two proposed regency options, the author provides insights into the delicate balance between monarchical authority, ministerial responsibility, and the role of Parliament in times of crisis. Ultimately, the book sheds light on the importance of safeguarding constitutional principles and ensuring the stability of the British government during a period of uncertainty and political turmoil. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781331269441_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781331269441
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