The Rise and Fall of the Late Projected Excise (Classic Reprint): Impartially Consider'd: Impartially Consider'd (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Impartial reflections on constitution, liberty, and public opinion

A thoughtful examination of how government, law, and public voice shape a free society. This edition presents a clear look at the balance of power, the rights of Parliament, and the dangers of mob rule, asking readers to weigh liberty against disorder.

This book surveys the role of the ruling and the governed in a constitutional framework. It argues for measured reform over upheaval, and for keeping public debate within the bounds of law. The author emphasizes the importance of stability, the value of established institutions, and the need for accountability in times of political tension.

Explains how constitutions guard liberty and protect property
Explores the tension between popular opinion and legislative authority
Examines the risks and outcomes of political agitation and reform
Discusses how order, justice, and the rule of law interact in a free society

Ideal for readers of political history and constitutional thought, this work offers a concise, sober voice on liberty, governance, and public duty.

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Publisher: Forgotten Books
Publication date: 2018
Language: English
ISBN 10: 1331918561
ISBN 13: 9781331918561
Binding: Paperback
Number of pages: 65

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the debates and political machinations surrounding the 'late project'd Excise Law' in eighteenth-century Britain. The author sheds light on the government's attempt to implement a new tax collection method for wine and tobacco and the ensuing public outcry that ensued. Through the author's analysis of archival materials and historical accounts, readers gain insight into the political and economic climate of the time as well as the evolving nature of British governance. The book provides a valuable examination of the interplay between public opinion and government policy, highlighting the challenges faced by leaders in balancing the need for revenue with the concerns of the governed. 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. Seller Inventory # 9781331918561_0

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