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Title: Selections from the Speeches and Writings of Edmund Burke

Note: Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Text file produced by Sue Asscher, from the book made
available by Mike Alder
HTML file produced by David Widger

Summary: "Selections from the Speeches and Writings of Edmund Burke" by Edmund Burke is a collection of notable writings and addresses from one of the most significant political thinkers of the 18th century. The works featured were compiled during the late 19th century, reflecting Burke's influential ideas on governance, society, and morality. The selection aims to illuminate Burke's views on democratic principles, the role of the aristocracy, the importance of oratory, and the moral foundation of governance. The opening of this collection provides an insightful introduction to Edmund Burke's life and legacy, highlighting his renowned status as an orator, statesman, and philosopher. It delves into key aspects of his character, including his strong beliefs on the importance of political morality and the relationship between government and the people. Notable themes discussed include the function of the House of Commons, the tensions in government influenced by public sentiment, and the implications of political inconsistencies. Ultimately, it sets the stage for readers to engage with Burke's profound reflections on pressing political and ethical issues of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Burke, Edmund, 1729-1797

EBook No.: 3286

Published: Jun 1, 2002

Downloads: 410

Language: English

Subject: Essays

Subject: Speeches, addresses, etc.

Subject: Political science

Subject: Burke, Edmund, 1729-1797

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: Selections from the Speeches and Writings of Edmund Burke

Note: Reading ease score: 53.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Text file produced by Sue Asscher, from the book made
available by Mike Alder
HTML file produced by David Widger

Summary: "Selections from the Speeches and Writings of Edmund Burke" by Edmund Burke is a collection of notable writings and addresses from one of the most significant political thinkers of the 18th century. The works featured were compiled during the late 19th century, reflecting Burke's influential ideas on governance, society, and morality. The selection aims to illuminate Burke's views on democratic principles, the role of the aristocracy, the importance of oratory, and the moral foundation of governance. The opening of this collection provides an insightful introduction to Edmund Burke's life and legacy, highlighting his renowned status as an orator, statesman, and philosopher. It delves into key aspects of his character, including his strong beliefs on the importance of political morality and the relationship between government and the people. Notable themes discussed include the function of the House of Commons, the tensions in government influenced by public sentiment, and the implications of political inconsistencies. Ultimately, it sets the stage for readers to engage with Burke's profound reflections on pressing political and ethical issues of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Burke, Edmund, 1729-1797

EBook No.: 3286

Published: Jun 1, 2002

Downloads: 410

Language: English

Subject: Essays

Subject: Speeches, addresses, etc.

Subject: Political science

Subject: Burke, Edmund, 1729-1797

LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.