9781331391449 - The Platform, Vol. 1 of 2: Its Rise and Progress (Classic Reprint) di Jephson, Henry (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Condizione: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Platform, Vol. 1 of 2: Its Rise and ProgressAs a great experiment in that world-lasting problem, the system which the British people have adopted, and are attempting to work out, must, whether it fails or .

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a comprehensive insight into the development of the platform from its inception to its eventual significance in British politics. It traces the platform's roots to the religious revival of the 18th century, exploring how public meetings and speeches became a means for individuals to express their political views. The author meticulously analyzes the platform's evolution through elections, the right to petition, and the emergence of political associations, demonstrating how these factors contributed to its growing influence. The book sheds light on the fierce opposition the platform faced from the monarchy, the House of Lords, and even the House of Commons. Through detailed historical accounts, the author reveals how the platform gradually gained acceptance and transformed into a powerful tool for political expression, paving the way for democratic government in the United Kingdom. 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.