Canada Parliament Rules Appraisal

Rules and Forms of the House of Commons of Canada, Third Edition (1943)

This item is the title page of a book titled "RULES AND FORMS OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA With Annotations, Comments and Precedents." This publication serves as "A COMPENDIUM OF CANADIAN PARLIAMENTARY PRACTICE Prepared for the Use of Members of Parliament." The author is identified as ARTHUR BEAUCHESNE, C.M.G., K.C., LL.D., LITT.D., F.R.SC., ETC., who is also noted as "CLERK OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA." The book is the "Third Edition" and was published in 1943 by "CANADA LAW BOOK COMPANY, LIMITED" in "TORONTO, ONTARIO." The page itself is a light off-white or cream color, indicating aging, consistent with paper from the mid-20th century. The text is printed in black ink, with variations in font size and style (serif and sans-serif, bold and italicized) to emphasize different sections of the title and author information. The overall physical condition appears good for its age, with no visible tears, significant creasing, or major discoloration on the page depicted. There is a slight impression on the paper that suggests the presence of text or design on the reverse side. The quality of the printing appears crisp and clear, indicative of standard book production for the period. The binding edge on the left shows a slight curve, typical of a well-read or slightly opened book.