Edmund BurkeEdmund Burke, 1729-1797, was perceived as leading progressive figure until he published his reaction to the French Revolution, Reflections on the Revolution in France, which he wrote as the Revolution unfolded. This volume places Burke in his historical context and carefully sets out the whole of Burke's philosophical contribution. It not only discusses the reception of Burker by his contemporaries, but also the impact of his ideas on politics and policy today. |
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Genial Olympian Burke and His Opinions | 23 |
Great Acclaim Some Derision and Much Controversy How Burke Has Been Received | 79 |
Under Burkean Eyes Burke and Our Present Blessings and Woes | 125 |
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