Problems of Canadian Sovereignty by Maurice Ollivier

This item is an academic or legal text titled "Problems of Canadian Sovereignty" by Maurice Ollivier, K.C., LL.D., F.R.S.C., who is identified as the Joint Law Clerk of the House of Commons of Canada. The book specifically covers the period 'FROM THE BRITISH NORTH AMERICA ACT, 1867 TO THE STATUTE OF WESTMINSTER, 1931.' It was published in 1945 by the Canada Law Book Company, Limited, located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The book appears to be an octavo-sized volume, bound with a soft or flexible cover, as indicated by the way the pages lay open. The paper is an off-white or cream color, typical of book paper from the mid-20th century, and features clear, dark black ink for the text. The typography is professional, with a clean serif font used for the main titles and body text. The general construction indicates a standard scholarly publication of its era. There are no visible condition issues such as tears, significant creases, or discoloration on the visible pages, suggesting 'excellent condition' as externally described. The left page lists other works 'BY THE SAME AUTHOR,' including "Le Statut de Westminster (1933)", "Le Canada, Pays Souverain? (1935)", and "L'Avenir Constitutionnel du Canada (1936)", which helps to date Ollivier's period of significant output and establish his expertise in Canadian constitutional law. This book is a primary historical and legal resource on Canadian constitutional development.