A Manual Of Parliamentary Law

A Manual Of Parliamentary Law

Publisher
Kessinger Publishing, LLC
Published
2009
Pages
110
ISBN-13
9781120122728
Format
print
Language
English

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we…

Book Summary
This facsimile reprint of James A. Lyons' 19th-century manual provides a comprehensive guide to parliamentary procedure, covering motions, debates, voting, and meeting management. While the scanned original may contain imperfections, it remains a valuable resource for understanding traditional rules of order and running effective meetings. Ideal for history buffs, legal scholars, and anyone seeking foundational knowledge of parliamentary law.
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About A Manual Of Parliamentary Law

A Manual of Parliamentary Law by James A. Lyons is a classic guide to the rules and practices of deliberative assemblies. This facsimile reprint preserves the original text, offering detailed explanations of motions, amendments, debate, voting, and the duties of officers. Despite potential imperfections from the scanning process, such as marginalia or flawed pages, the content remains culturally and historically significant. The book serves as both a practical handbook for conducting meetings and a window into 19th-century parliamentary procedure. It is a valuable addition to collections on law, history, and organizational management, providing timeless insights into orderly decision-making.

Who should read A Manual Of Parliamentary Law?

This book is essential for historians of law and governance, legal scholars, and anyone involved in formal meetings who wants to understand the roots of modern parliamentary procedure. It also suits collectors of antiquarian literature and members of civic organizations, unions, or boards seeking a traditional reference. Students of political science and public administration will find it a useful historical source.

Pros & Cons
Pros
  • ✓ Comprehensive coverage of parliamentary rules and procedures
  • ✓ Historical significance as a 19th-century legal text
  • ✓ Affordable facsimile edition of a scarce original
  • ✓ Practical guidance for conducting meetings and debates
  • ✓ Preserves cultural and literary heritage
Cons
  • ✗ Facsimile quality may include marks, notations, or flawed pages
  • ✗ Not updated for modern parliamentary practices
  • ✗ Small print or poor scan quality in some sections
  • ✗ Lacks contemporary examples or commentary
  • ✗ May be difficult to navigate without an index in the reprint
Frequently asked questions
Is this an original copy or a reprint?
This is a facsimile reprint of the original book, produced from a scan of the original text.
What does 'facsimile reprint' mean?
It means the book is a reproduction of the original edition, often created from digital scans, and may include imperfections such as marks or marginalia.
Is this book still relevant today?
While it reflects 19th-century practices, it provides historical context and foundational principles that underpin modern parliamentary law.
Who was James A. Lyons?
James A. Lyons was an author and authority on parliamentary procedure in the 19th century, though little biographical information is widely available.
Does the book include modern rules?
No, it is a historical text and does not include contemporary updates or comparisons to modern rules like Robert's Rules of Order.

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