The Governments of Europe
The Governments of Europe, published in 1913, is Frederic Austin Ogg's textbook of comparative politics as the continent stood on the eve of the First World War. The longest section describes the British constitution, from its Anglo-Saxon beginnings through the rise of Parliament and the cabinet to the franchise reforms, the House of Lords crisis and the government of the colonies and Ireland; further sections treat France, Germany, Italy, Austria-Hungary, Switzerland and the smaller states, in each case giving the historical background before the machinery of crown, ministry, legislature, courts and parties. Ogg, a professor at Wisconsin, writes clearly and without polemic. The book is now a portrait of a political order about to vanish. The full text is available to read online in your browser on Vinteuil, and the first chapter is free.
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Is The Governments of Europe in the public domain?
Yes. The Governments of Europe by Frederic Austin Ogg is a public-domain work. Vinteuil offers a carefully prepared digital edition made for comfortable reading on screen.
How long does it take to read The Governments of Europe?
About 19 h 45 min of reading, at an average reading pace. Your place is saved automatically when you are signed in, so you can read in several sittings and on several devices.
What kind of book is The Governments of Europe?
The Governments of Europe by Frederic Austin Ogg is filed under "Philosophy" in the Vinteuil library.
