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MacDonagh, Michael
1862
1946
The pageant of Parliament, vol. 1 of 2
$aUnited Kingdom :$bT. Fisher Unwin Ltd, $c1921.
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"The Pageant of Parliament, Vol. 1" by Michael MacDonagh is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work chronicles the workings of the British Parliament, detailing its processes, traditions, and the crucial role it plays in governance. MacDonagh aims to illuminate Parliament not just as a procedural institution but as a living embodiment of democratic governance influenced by human personalities. The opening of the book features an introduction where the author outlines his intention to explore the Parliament as an intricate machinery concerning the formulation and execution of laws alongside the administration of public welfare. MacDonagh emphasizes the practical side of the political system, contrasting it against theoretical norms, and discusses the relationships between Members of Parliament (MPs) and their constituencies, highlighting historical examples like Edmund Burke's stance on representation versus delegation. This segment paints a vivid picture of the dynamics at play within Parliament, setting a foundation for understanding the institution’s significance in a democratic society. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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