Explore how a long-standing British law shapes royal marriage, dynastic rights, and noble titles.
This nonfiction tract examines the Royal Marriage Act and its reach when marriages are contracted and solemnized outside Great Britain. It considers how the statute might interact with past and future rights, and why some argue it should not impede foreign unions or the inheritance of titles. The author blends legal analysis with historical context to discuss implications for dukedoms, baronies, and the status of descendants, all in the quest to understand what the law permits and what it disallows.
- Understand the premise and limits of the Royal Marriage Act as it relates to marriages abroad
- See how inheritance, titles, and succession are affected by international unions
- Learn how legal historians weigh precedent, parliamentary intent, and constitutional principles
- Explore related cases and the way they influence views on royal and noble succession
Ideal for readers of legal history and constitutional law, as well as those interested in the intersections of monarchy, nobility, and parliament.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book examines the provisions of the Royal Marriage Act, a British statute that regulates marriages within the royal family. Enacted in 1772, the act was intended to prevent unsuitable matches and maintain the dignity of the crown. The author provides a detailed analysis of the act's history, provisions, and legal implications, exploring its application to marriages solemnized outside British jurisdiction. Through a thought-provoking discussion, the book delves into important questions of legitimacy, succession rights, and the evolving nature of royal prerogatives. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331208716_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331208716
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331208716
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)