The Hungarian Parliament in the Age of Dualism I-II. volume

The chapter of the book series discussing the era of dualism is unusually two-volume. The authors thus point out that the House of Representatives and the House of Lords had different characteristics, and on the other hand, with the increased scope, they also wish to emphasize the importance of this era in the history of Hungarian parliamentarism, since it was then that the system of rules and organizational framework that defines the life of our modern legislature to this day was developed and began to function permanently. In addition to presenting the procedures and everyday life of the House of Representatives, the first volume provides an overview of the transformation of decision-making, the formation of the political profession, the organization of public life, the relationship between the public and politics, and the rituals of politicking. The second volume provides a comprehensive picture of the organization and composition of the House of Lords, the operational framework, the officials, and the rights and roles of the House of Lords. It also introduces the building and rooms of the main house, the ceremonies, customs, official procedures and informal gatherings.