The Coming Commonwealth

The Coming Commonwealth: An Australian Handbook of Federal Government (1897) is a comprehensive guide written by Robert Randolph Garran that explores the establishment and functioning of the Australian federal government. The book was published during a time when the Australian colonies were in the process of transitioning from a series of separate, self-governing entities to a unified federal government. The book is divided into several sections, each of which provides detailed information on various aspects of the federal government. Topics covered in the book include the history of the federation movement, the drafting of the Australian Constitution, the role of the Governor-General, the structure of the federal parliament, and the powers and responsibilities of the various branches of government.The Coming Commonwealth: An Australian Handbook of Federal Government is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and workings of the Australian federal government. It provides a detailed and comprehensive overview of the political and legal structures that underpin the country's governance, and sheds light on the challenges and opportunities that arose during the federation process. The book is written in clear, accessible language, making it an ideal resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in Australian history and politics.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.