Publisher's Synopsis
The Draft Bill to Constitute the Commonwealth of Australia, as Adopted by the Convention of 1891 is a historical document authored by G.B. Barton. The book presents the draft bill that was proposed to establish the Commonwealth of Australia during the 1891 convention. The document outlines the proposed structure of the Australian government, including the division of powers between the federal and state governments, the establishment of a bicameral parliament, and the creation of a system of representation. The book provides insight into the political and social climate of Australia during the late 19th century, as well as the early stages of the country's formation. As such, it serves as an important resource for historians, political scientists, and anyone interested in the history of Australia.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.