Reprint of the original, first published in 1875.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

The author sought to provide a general overview on the topic to aid all levels of students in their preparations for different positions in political life.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations.