Sketch of an Address to His Majesty; Submitted to . All Who Wish to Call the Attention of Their Sovereign and of Parliament to the Real Grievance Under Which the Nation Is Suffering

Sketch Of An Address To His Majesty; Submitted To All who Wish To Call The Attention Of Their Sovereign And Of Parliament To The Real Grievance Under Which The Nation Is Suffering by James Maitland presents a formal political appeal from loyal subjects to their sovereign and Parliament. The work argues that the nation’s current distress arises from a significant shift in property distribution, creating tension between wealth and established government institutions. Drawing on classical and historical references, it emphasizes the need for a careful balance between property and authority, warning against hasty reforms or revolutionary changes that could jeopardize the constitutional order. The authors advocate for a calm, thorough inquiry by Parliament into the roots of discontent and propose remedies aimed at restoring public peace, prosperity, and confidence in the rule of law. This reprint situates the tract within a long tradition of constitutional and political discourse on governance, property, and liberty.