{"title":"Series: Constitutional Systems of the World","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstitutional Systems of the World\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a rich exploration of the frameworks that shape nations and societies. Readers will discover insightful analyses of governance, legislation, and political theory, providing a deeper understanding of how different constitutional models influence law, policy, and civic life across diverse cultures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrounded in history and philosophy, this collection appeals to those interested in the mechanics of statecraft and the evolution of political institutions. Whether approached from a legal, historical, or philosophical perspective, the series invites thoughtful reflection on the principles that underpin global constitutional practices.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-constitution-of-new-zealand-by-dr-matthew-sr-palmer-qc-9781509956456","title":"The Constitution of New Zealand","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book examines New Zealand’s constitution through the lens of constitutional realism. It looks at the practices, habits, conventions, and norms of constitutional life. It focuses on the structures, processes, and culture that govern the exercise of public power—a perspective that is necessary to explore and account for a lived, rather than textual, constitution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNew Zealand’s constitution is unique. One of three remaining unwritten democratic constitutions in the world, it is characterised by a charming set of anachronistic contrasts. \"Unwritten\", yet much is found in various written sources. Built on a network of Westminster constitutional conventions but generously tailored to local conditions. Proudly independent, yet perhaps a purer Westminster model than its British parent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlexible and vulnerable, while oddly enduring. It looks to the centralised authority that comes with a strong executive, strict parliamentary sovereignty, and a unitary state. However, its populace insists on egalitarian values and representative democracy, with elections fiercely conducted nowadays under a system of proportional representation. The interests of indigenous Maori are protected largely through democratic majority rule. A reputation for upholding the rule of law, yet few institutional safeguards to ensure compliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Constitution of New Zealand\u003c\/em\u003e by Dr Matthew SR Palmer, QC, and Dean R Knight provides a comprehensive analysis of these themes, highlighting the dynamic and distinctive nature of New Zealand's constitutional framework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47432853160172,"sku":"9781509956456","price":95.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781509956456.jpg?v=1774766268"},{"product_id":"the-constitution-of-australia-by-professor-cheryl-saunders-9781841137346","title":"The Constitution of Australia","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistently with the aims of the series, the book canvasses the Australian constitutional system in a way that explains its form and operation, provides a critical evaluation of it, and conveys a sense of the contemporary national debate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe chapters deal with the foundations of Australian constitutionalism, its history from the time of European settlement, the nature of the Australian Constitutions, the framework for judicial review, the legislative, executive and judicial branches of government, federalism and multi-level government, and rights protection. Running through all chapters is the story of the gradual evolution of Australian constitutionalism within the lean but almost unchanging framework of the formal, written, national Constitution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA second theme traces the way in which the present, distinctive, constitutional arrangements in Australia emerged from creative tension between the British and United States constitutional traditions on which the Australian Constitution originally drew and which continues to manifest itself in various ways. One of these, which is likely to be of particular interest, is Australian reliance on institutional arrangements for the purpose of the protection of rights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is written in a clear and accessible style for readers in both Australia and countries around the world. Each chapter is followed by additional references to enable particular issues to be pursued further by readers who seek to do so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Constitution of Australia\u003c\/i\u003e has already been cited in a High Court of Australia case: Momcilovic v The Queen [2011] HCA 34 (8 September 2011).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47455755370732,"sku":"9781841137346","price":62.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/810skD8jcxL._SL1500.jpg?v=1774796841"},{"product_id":"the-constitution-of-the-united-kingdom-by-peter-leyland-9781509945542","title":"The Constitution of the United Kingdom","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePraise for the previous editions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“[A] slim guide to the constitution of the United Kingdom that is both highly readable and impressively thorough. It deserves a place on undergraduate reading lists … [students] will certainly find it worth their while”\u003c\/em\u003e \u003ci\u003eCambridge Law Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“[The] written style is admirably clear, conversational and free from jargon … It will be of immense interest to anybody with a general interest in UK law, politics, and history.”\u003c\/em\u003e \u003ci\u003eTimes Higher Education\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis timely new edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Constitution of the United Kingdom\u003c\/i\u003e addresses the many constitutional changes that have arisen since 2016, including those brought about by Brexit and the COVID-19 pandemic, whilst retaining its hallmark features of clarity and concision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAdopting a thematic approach, it discusses questions of history, sources, and conventions, the role of the Crown, Parliament, and the electoral system, government and the executive, the judiciary, and the territorial distribution of power. In addition, it offers analysis of the evolution of the UK’s historic non-codified constitution, its strengths and perceived weaknesses, and of reform initiatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEngaging with the central issues in play as the UK enters a new chapter, it explores the impact on devolved government, the principle of sovereignty, the role of the courts, and parliamentary reform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs well as providing a contextual and authoritative overview of the principles, doctrines, and institutions that underpin the elusive constitution, this study will allow students of law and politics, both from the UK and abroad, to develop an informed view of how it actually works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47599376793836,"sku":"9781509945542","price":110.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781509945542-the-constitution-of-the-united-kingdom.jpg?v=1777975499"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/series-constitutional-systems-of-the-world.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}