Electoral Reform in England and Wales: The Development and Operation of the Parliamentary Franchise, 1832-1885 (1915)

Electoral Reform in England and Wales: The Development and Operation of the Parliamentary Franchise, 1832-1885 is a historical book written by Charles Seymour and published in 1915. The book provides a detailed account of the electoral reform that took place in England and Wales during the period between 1832 and 1885. The author explores the evolution of the parliamentary franchise during this time, including the various changes made to the eligibility criteria for voters. He also examines the political and social factors that influenced these changes, such as the growth of urbanization and the rise of the working-class movement. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of the electoral reform process. The author provides a wealth of information and analysis, drawing on primary sources such as parliamentary records and contemporary newspaper articles. Overall, Electoral Reform in England and Wales is an important historical text that sheds light on a pivotal period in British political history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the development of democracy and the parliamentary system in the United Kingdom.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.