Senates and Upper Chambers, Their Use and Function in the Modern State, With a Chapter on the Reform of the House of Lords

ISBN 10: 102521210X / ISBN 13: 9781025212104

Published by Hutson Street Press, 2025

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• Title: Senates and Upper Chambers, Their Use and Function in the Modern State, With a Chapter on the Reform of the House of Lords
• Publisher: Hutson Street Press
• Publication Date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 102521210X
• ISBN 13: 9781025212104
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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"Senates and Upper Chambers" explores the role and function of senates and upper legislative houses in modern governance. Harold William Vazeille Temperley examines the historical and contemporary significance of these bodies, providing insights into their structure, powers, and contributions to the political process. The book includes a specific chapter dedicated to the reform of the House of Lords, offering a detailed analysis of its composition and potential improvements. This study is a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of bicameralism and the ongoing debates surrounding the composition and efficacy of upper legislative chambers. Originally published in 1910, this work provides historical context for contemporary political discussions.

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