Description

The Annotated Constitution of the Australian Commonwealth Part 1 (1901) is a comprehensive guide to the foundational document of the Australian government. Written by John Quick, a prominent lawyer and politician at the time of Federation, the book provides a detailed analysis of the Australian Constitution and its historical origins. The book is divided into three parts, with Part 1 focusing on the preamble, the legislative powers of the Commonwealth, and the role of the Governor-General. Quick's annotations provide valuable insights into the drafting and interpretation of the Constitution, as well as the political and social context in which it was written. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in Australian history, law, or politics, and remains an important reference for scholars and students today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.