WALTER BAGEHOT

"La eficacia secreta de la Constitución inglesa reside, puede decirse, en la estrecha unión, en la fusión casi completa del poder ejecutivo y del poder legislativo. Según la teoría tradicional lo que recomienda nuestra Constitucion es la separacion absolu

In one of Walter Bagehots most prominent works, the English constitution is described, not from law books and as a lawyer would describe it, but from the actual working, as Bagehot himself had witnessed it, in his contact with ministers and the heads of government departments, and with the life of the society in which the politicians moved. The true springs and method of action are consequently described with a vivid freshness which gives the book a wonderful charm, and makes it really a new departure in the study of politics.

In the annals of political thought, Walter Bagehots "The English Constitution" stands as a seminal work, offering a profound analysis of the unwritten and evolving nature of the British constitution. Bagehots keen observations and incisive insights illuminate the intricate workings of the monarchy, Parliament, and the Cabinet, revealing the delicate balance of power that underpins the stability and adaptability of the English political system. Through his exploration of the "efficient" and "dignified" aspects of the constitution, Bagehot provides a timeless framework for understanding the dynamics of constitutional governance and its enduring relevance in the modern world.

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