The Virginia Constitution Of 1776: A Discourse (1852)

By Henry Augustine Washington

Book Overview

The Virginia Constitution of 1776: A Discourse is a book written by Henry Augustine Washington in 1852. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Virginia Constitution of 1776, which was the first constitution of the independent Commonwealth of Virginia. The book examines the historical context in which the constitution was written and the political philosophy that influenced its creation. It also discusses the key provisions of the constitution, such as the separation of powers and the protection of individual rights. The author provides a critical evaluation of the constitution, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Virginia or the development of American constitutional law.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167167228
• ISBN13: 9781167167225
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 54 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"