The Gun, the Ship and the Pen

"The Gun, the Ship, and the Pen" explores the global history of constitutions, starting with Corsica's 1755 constitution and spanning every continent to reveal their complex roles in shaping nations, empire, and social change. Through diverse examples—from Russia and Sierra Leone to Japan and Pitcairn Island—the book examines how constitutions have evolved with warfare and power dynamics, serving both liberating and exclusionary purposes. This thought-provoking narrative offers a fresh perspective on the development of constitutional history worldwide.