Abstract: As early as 1913, based on realistic condition and Chinese history traditions, Goodnow offered a set of theories of constitutional system. The question of regime was the main content of the theory. The key viewpoint was reinforcement of the presidents status and mandate, establishing executive authority, holding dominant position. The theory seemed like YUAN Shikais constitutional consultant in 1914. Apparently, Goodnows constitutional ideal was realized. But finally on the contrary, in the restoration of the imperial Yuan, his ideal finally came to an end.

Key words: Goodnow, early Republic of China, constitutional consultant, constitutional system theory, theory of regime conception

摘要： 早在1913年来华赴任之初，古德诺针对民初中国的现实条件和历史传统，提出了一套较完整的宪法体制构想。政体问题是该构想的主体内容，核心观点是在美国式总统制的基础上进一步强化大总统的地位和职权，确立行政权占绝对主导地位的宪法体制；该构想与袁世凯在1914年建构的“宪法体制”拥有很大程度的一致性。古氏的制宪理想在表面上收获了充分的实践结果，但最终事与愿违，在袁世凯的帝制复辟运动中遭遇破产。

关键词: 古德诺, 民初, 宪法顾问, 宪法体制, 政体构想