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African Parliamentary Reform (Paperback)
Frederick Stapenhurst, Rasheed Draman, Andrew Imlach, Alexander Hamilton, Cindy Kroon
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Some of the most far-reaching and innovative parliamentary reform
is occurring in Africa. While these reforms are not yet widespread
across the continent, parliaments in some African countries are
asserting their independence as policymakers, as overseers of
government and as the guardian of citizens' rights and needs.
African Parliamentary Reform presents recent reforms in selected
African parliaments - Liberia, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania,
Rwanda, Benin and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It also
presents cross-cutting innovations by African parliaments - in
fighting corruption, in providing development to constituents and
in combatting climate change. Many of the chapters are authored by
African MPs. The book will be of interest to students and scholars
of African Politics, and to those international institutions that
support parliamentary development. African Parliamentary Reform is
a joint initiative by the World Bank Institute, the Commonwealth
Parliamentary Association and the Parliamentary Centre (Africa).
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The Federalist Papers (Paperback)
Alan Dershowitz; Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, John Jay
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Now introduced by eminent civil libertarian, constitutional
scholar, and New York Times bestselling author Alan Dershowitz, The
Federalist Papers are a must-have for all scholars of history and
government and all Americans. Widely considered to be among the
most important historical collections of all time, The Federalist
Papers were intended to persuade New York at-large delegates to the
Constitutional Convention to accept the newly drafted Constitution
in 1787. Authored in parts by Hamilton, Madison, and Jay, together
as the pseudonym of Publius, the documents have been referred to
and heavily cited countless times in all aspects of American
government and politics. Together, the eighty-five Federalist
essays stand among the Constitution of the United States, the
Declaration of Independence, Common Sense, and other work by the
Founding Fathers that helped build and solidify the foundation of
American democracy. With its rich history and a new introduction
from Alan Dershowitz, one of the most prominent legal minds in the
country, The Federalist Papers will educate you on the groundwork
that shaped the greatest country in the world.
Here, in a single volume, is a selection of the classic critiques
of the new Constitution penned by such ardent defenders of states'
rights and personal liberty as George Mason, Patrick Henry, and
Melancton Smith; pro-Constitution writings by James Wilson and Noah
Webster; and thirty-three of the best-known and most crucial
Federalist Papers by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John
Jay. The texts of the chief constitutional documents of the early
Republic are included as well. David Wootton's illuminating
Introduction examines the history of such American principles of
government as checks and balances, the separation of powers,
representation by election, and judicial independenceaincluding
their roots in the largely Scottish, English, and French new
science of politics. It also offers suggestions for reading The
Federalist, the classic elaboration of these principles written in
defense of a new Constitution that sought to apply them to the
young Republic.
Six books of more than 100 quotations from American Presidents and
Founding Fathers selected from the single largest collection of
quotations. Each book includes two sections, Quote and UnQuote,
giving a sampling of the public and private sides of each. Printed
in two-color throughout, these high-quality hardbound books are
perfect for those who find inspiration from leaders of great note.
The words of these famous Americans who came before us will inspire
through insight, truth, wit, and turn of phrase.
Alexander Hamilton is best known as the United States’ first Secretary of the Treasury and the author of the majority of The Federalist Papers, a series of essays that outlined the basic concepts and premises of the U.S. Constitution. Since the founding of the nation, these essays have been used by the U.S. Supreme Court as an authoritative guide to the intentions of the Founding Fathers in cases involving constitutional interpretation. Included in this volume are five of the most important essays from The Federalist Papers, plus personal correspondence and public statements from across Hamilton’s career as a statesman.
In the USA, severe psychiatric illness after childbirth strikes one
woman for every 1000 births, or about 3500 women each year. An
unrecorded number of new mothers experience lesser degrees of
postpartum illness, and two distinct forms of severe illness can be
distinguished. One form, called postpartum psychosis, is an
agitated, very changeable condition, often characterized by
confusion, hallucinations, delusions and sometimes episodes of
violent behaviour. The other condition, major postpartum
depression, begins two or three weeks after childbirth, and is
characterized by confusion, depression of mood, and often with
exhaustion, headache and digestive upset. Mixtures of the two
severe disorders occur frequently. This volume contains a number of
essays which support the position that postpartum disorders are
primarily organic and are mainly disorders of hormonal deficit.
They develop as the endocrine system falls back from the
hyperactivity of pregnancy toward or beyond the levels of the prior
non-pregnant state. Tremendous therapeutic opportunities exist or
are imminent for both the organic and the psychological components
of postpartum mental illness.
This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book
may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages,
poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the
original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We
believe this work is culturally important, and despite the
imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of
our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works
worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in
the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.
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++++ The Federalist: A Commentary On The Constitution Of The United
States. A Collection Of Essays Alexander Hamilton, James Madison,
John Jay John Church Hamilton J.B. Lippincott& co., 1877
Constitutions
Some of the most far-reaching and innovative parliamentary
reform is occurring in Africa. While these reforms are not yet
widespread across the continent, parliaments in some African
countries are asserting their independence as policymakers, as
overseers of government and as the guardian of citizens rights and
needs.
This book presents recent reforms in selected African
parliaments Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Benin, Zambia,
Ethiopia, Liberia and Nigeria. It also presents cross-cutting
innovations by African parliaments in fighting corruption, in
providing development to constituents and in combatting climate
change. Many of the chapters are authored by African MPs
themselves, making this a book by MPs for MPs, as well as being of
interest to students and scholars of African Politics, and to those
international institutions that support parliamentary
development.
African Parliamentary Reform is a joint initiative by the World
Bank Institute, the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association and the
Parliamentary Centre (Africa).
Authored and guest-edited by Alexander Hamilton, In Search of the
Blue Flower: Alexander Hamilton and The Art of Cyanotype is part of
the Scottish Photographic Artists Series, with guest contributions
by academics and curators, individuals who have written on Hamilton
and his work during a career currently spanning 50 years. In this
lavishly illustrated book with 140 coloured images, the author
presents his early formative years, recounting the way his
engagement with the cyanotype process has informed his art
practice, through his time at Edinburgh College of Art, to his
program of exhibitions and residencies, and finally his work within
field of public arts. The book includes contributions from Richard
Ovenden, Julie Lawson, Christian Weikop, Mike Ware, James Berry,
Vanessa Sellars, Ewan McArthur, Gemma Rolls Bentley, Jaromir
Jedlinski, Piotr Tryjanowski, Christine Gunn, and Sara Stevenson.
The final section of the book presents a comprehensive selection of
his cyanotypes from his earliest creations in 1971 through to the
present day. Scottish Photographic Artists will focus upon eminent
photographers who have gained an international reputation through
exhibitions, awards, and publications. These artist photographers
will be afforded a monographic study that will explore their work
in depth, while showcasing the variety and inventiveness of their
art. The books in this series have a sympathetic format and design.
Sara Stevenson, the past curator of photography at the National
Galleries of Scotland, will introduce each photographer. Further
writings will include a reflective essay, by the artist, on the
development and content of their creative practice. This review
will be accompanied by critical insights from academics, curators,
and gallerists that will provide a platform of interpretation and
analysis. Each book will be fully illustrated with a ‘gallery’
of the artist’s finest images. The first book in this series will
consider the exquisite cyanotypes of Alexander Hamilton (Chair of
Studies in Photography), and Hamilton will subsequently act as
Series Editor. Further publications will reflect upon the
photographs of acclaimed photographers, including David Williams,
Robin Gillanders, Jane Brettle, and others. All books are richly
illustrated and beautifully bound in hard cover format. They are
also available in companion e-format. This is an exciting
development in publishing. It will demonstrate the relevance of
Scottish art within an international context, while recognising the
means by which photography continues to have a critical
determination in the contemporary world.
"The Pacificus-Helvidius Debates of 1793-1794" matched Hamilton and
Madison in the first chapter of an enduring discussion about the
proper roles of the executive and legislative branches in the
conduct of American foreign policy. Ignited by President
Washington's Neutrality Proclamation of 1793, the debate addressed
whether Washington had the authority to declare America neutral,
despite an early alliance treaty with France. Hamilton argued that
Washington's actions were constitutional and that friction between
the two branches was an unavoidable, but not harmful, consequence
of the separation of powers. Madison countered that Washington's
proclamation would introduce "new principles and new constructions"
into the Constitution. While the Pacificus-Helvidius debates did
not resolve this ongoing constitutional controversy, they did
define the grounds upon which this question was to be examined, to
this very day.
In The Great Cause Of The People Against Harry Croswell On An
Indictment For A Libel On Thomas Jefferson, President Of The United
States.
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The Federalist Papers (Paperback)
Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, James Madison; Contributions by Mint Editions
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The Federalist Papers (1787-1788) is a collection of essays and
articles by Alexander Hamilton, John Jay, and James Madison.
Written in support of the recently completed Constitutional
Convention, The Federalist Papers were intended to support the
ratification process of the new United States Constitution. When
the Constitutional Convention was completed on September 17, 1787
in Philadelphia, the newly-agreed upon Constitution was sent to the
states for ratification. As opponents of a strong centralized
government began attacking the Constitution in the press, Hamilton
recruited Jay and Madison to contribute articles and essays in
favor of Federalism to prominent journals and newspapers. Published
between October 27, 1787 and May 28, 1788, The Federalist Papers
were written by the three authors under the pseudonym "Publius."
Although Hamilton wrote the vast majority, Madison's and Jay's
contributions are still seen as essential works on the philosophy
of American governance. Federalist Nos. 10 and 14, both written by
Madison, are regarded as especially significant for arguing for the
possibility of effectively governing an expansive republic. In
Federalist No. 84, Hamilton argues against adding a Bill of Rights,
a proposed compromise with Anti-Federalists that would eventually
make up the first ten Amendments to the Constitution. Other
important topics introduced or explained in The Federalist Papers
include the doctrine of judicial review, the case for a single
chief executive, and the purpose of checks and balances. With a
beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript,
this edition of The Federalist Papers is a classic of American
political history reimagined for modern readers.
"The best commentary on the principles of government which ever
was written" - Thomas Jefferson
Penguin presents a series of six portable, accessible, and--above
all--essential reads from American political history, selected by
leading scholars. Series editor Richard Beeman, author of "The
Penguin Guide to the U.S. Constitution," draws together the great
texts of American civic life to create a timely and informative
mini-library of perennially vital issues. Whether readers are
encountering these classic writings for the first time, or brushing
up in anticipation of the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act,
these slim volumes will serve as a powerful and illuminating
resource for scholars, students, and civic-minded citizens.
Written at a time when furious arguments were raging about the
best way to govern America, "The Federalist Papers "had the
immediate practical aim of persuading New Yorkers to accept the
newly drafted Constitution in 1787. In this they were supremely
successful, but their influence also transcended contemporary
debate to win them a lasting place in discussions of American
political theory. "The Federalist Papers "make a powerful case for
power-sharing between State and Federal authorities and have only
risen in legal influence over the last two centuries. Beeman's
analysis helps clarify the goals, at once separate and in concert,
of Madison, Hamilton, and Jay during their writing, and his
selections show the array of issues--both philosophical and
policy-specific--covered by this body of work.
Vols. 8-27 have various assistant and associate editors.
Editors of v. 3-5: J. Goebel, Jr. and J.H. Smith.
Here, in a single volume, is a selection of the classic critiques
of the new Constitution penned by such ardent defenders of states'
rights and personal liberty as George Mason, Patrick Henry, and
Melancton Smith; pro-Constitution writings by James Wilson and Noah
Webster; and thirty-three of the best-known and most crucial
Federalist Papers by Alexander Hamilton, James Madison, and John
Jay. The texts of the chief constitutional documents of the early
Republic are included as well. David Wootton's illuminating
Introduction examines the history of such American principles of
government as checks and balances, the separation of powers,
representation by election, and judicial independence-including
their roots in the largely Scottish, English, and French new
science of politics. It also offers suggestions for reading The
Federalist, the classic elaboration of these principles written in
defense of a new Constitution that sought to apply them to the
young Republic.
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