In this seminal work of legal scholarship, the author traces the evolution of the British constitution from its origins in medieval times to its present form. Drawing on a wealth of historical and legal sources, the author provides an in-depth analysis of the key principles and institutions that have shaped and defined the English legal and political system. He also considers the impact of social, economic, and technological changes on the development of the constitution, and reflects on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for this vital institution of democratic governance.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.