Book Description

The House of Commons 1509-1558 offers readers a groundbreaking examination of the role and significance of the British House of Commons during the Tudor period. Utilizes new scholarship, archival research, and never-before-published images to enhance our understanding Details all aspects of the institution, including elections and electoral practice, membership, organization, the House in session, and legislation Addresses innovations in the conduct and management of the House during this time, such as the introduction of divisions and increasing bureaucratization Demonstrates the turbulent nature of the House during the Tudor age and reevaluates the nature of political opposition