The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 02 (of 12) By: Edmund Burke (1729-1797)
I recently finished reading a fascinating collection of essays by the renowned British statesman Edmund Burke. This volume offers a glimpse into the mind of a brilliant political thinker, with essays touching on a wide range of topics including government, history, and society. Burke's writing is both eloquent and thought-provoking, as he delves into the complexities of human nature and the importance of tradition in society. His insights are still relevant today, offering valuable perspectives on issues such as the role of government, the power of the individual, and the importance of preserving history. One of the highlights of this volume is Burke's essay on the French Revolution, in which he provides a scathing critique of the revolution's violent methods and radical ideology. His arguments are compelling and well-reasoned, making a strong case for the importance of stability and order in society. Overall, I highly recommend this collection to anyone interested in political philosophy or British history. Burke's writings are timeless in their wisdom and relevance, and offer important insights into the complexities of human society. First Page: THE WORKS OF THE RIGHT HONOURABLE EDMUND BURKE IN TWELVE VOLUMES VOLUME THE SECOND [Illustration: Burke Coat of Arms.] LONDON JOHN C. NIMMO 14, KING WILLIAM STREET, STRAND, W.C. MDCCCLXXXVII CONTENTS OF VOL. II. SPEECH ON AMERICAN TAXATION, April 19, 1774 1 SPEECHES ON ARRIVAL AT BRISTOL AND AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE POLL, October 13 and November 3, 1774 81 SPEECH ON MOVING RESOLUTIONS FOR CONCILIATION WITH AMERICA, March 22, 1775 99 LETTER TO THE SHERIFFS OF BRISTOL, ON THE AFFAIRS OF AMERICA, April 3, 1777 187 TWO LETTERS TO GENTLEMEN OF BRISTOL, ON THE BILLS DEPENDING IN PARLIAMENT RELATIVE TO THE TRADE OF IRELAND, April 23 and May 2, 1778 247 SPEECH ON PRESENTING TO THE HOUSE OF COMMONS A PLAN FOR THE BETTER SECURITY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF PARLIAMENT, AND THE ECONOMICAL REFORMATION OF THE CIVIL AND OTHER ESTABLISHMENTS, February 11, 1780 265 SPEECH AT BRISTOL PREVIOUS TO THE ELECTION, September 6, 1780 365 SPEECH AT BRISTOL ON DECLINING THE POLL, September 9, 1780 425 SPEECH ON MR... Continue reading book >>

The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 02 (of 12) By: Edmund Burke (1729-1797)

I recently finished reading a fascinating collection of essays by the renowned British statesman Edmund Burke. This volume offers a glimpse into the mind of a brilliant political thinker, with essays touching on a wide range of topics including government, history, and society.

Burke's writing is both eloquent and thought-provoking, as he delves into the complexities of human nature and the importance of tradition in society. His insights are still relevant today, offering valuable perspectives on issues such as the role of government, the power of the individual, and the importance of preserving history.

One of the highlights of this volume is Burke's essay on the French Revolution, in which he provides a scathing critique of the revolution's violent methods and radical ideology. His arguments are compelling and well-reasoned, making a strong case for the importance of stability and order in society.

Overall, I highly recommend this collection to anyone interested in political philosophy or British history. Burke's writings are timeless in their wisdom and relevance, and offer important insights into the complexities of human society.

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THE WORKS

THE RIGHT HONOURABLE

EDMUND BURKE

IN TWELVE VOLUMES

VOLUME THE SECOND

[Illustration: Burke Coat of Arms.]

LONDON JOHN C. NIMMO 14, KING WILLIAM STREET, STRAND, W.C. MDCCCLXXXVII

CONTENTS OF VOL. II.

SPEECH ON AMERICAN TAXATION, April 19, 1774 1

SPEECHES ON ARRIVAL AT BRISTOL AND AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE POLL, October 13 and November 3, 1774 81

SPEECH ON MOVING RESOLUTIONS FOR CONCILIATION WITH AMERICA, March 22, 1775 99

LETTER TO THE SHERIFFS OF BRISTOL, ON THE AFFAIRS OF AMERICA, April 3, 1777 187

TWO LETTERS TO GENTLEMEN OF BRISTOL, ON THE BILLS DEPENDING IN PARLIAMENT RELATIVE TO THE TRADE OF IRELAND, April 23 and May 2, 1778 247

SPEECH ON PRESENTING TO THE HOUSE OF COMMONS A PLAN FOR THE BETTER SECURITY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF PARLIAMENT, AND THE ECONOMICAL REFORMATION OF THE CIVIL AND OTHER ESTABLISHMENTS, February 11, 1780 265

SPEECH AT BRISTOL PREVIOUS TO THE ELECTION, September 6, 1780 365

SPEECH AT BRISTOL ON DECLINING THE POLL, September 9, 1780 425

SPEECH ON MR... Continue reading book >>

Book sections
The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 09 (of 12)	Philosophical Enquiry	The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 02 (of 12)
Reflections on the Revolution in France	The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 04 (of 12)	The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 05 (of 12)
The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 06 (of 12)	The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 07 (of 12)	The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 08 (of 12)
The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 10 (of 12)	The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 11 (of 12)	The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke, Vol. 12 (of 12)

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