Reflections On The Revolution In France And On The Proceedings Of Certain Societies In London Relative To That Event

Reflections On The Revolution In France And On The Proceedings Of Certain Societies In London Relative To That Event is a political treatise written by Edmund Burke, an Irish statesman and philosopher, in 1790. The book is a critique of the French Revolution and its aftermath, as well as a condemnation of the actions of certain societies in London that supported the revolution. Burke argues that the revolution was a violent and misguided attempt to overthrow a legitimate government and replace it with an abstract and utopian ideology. He also criticizes the Enlightenment thinkers who he believes are responsible for creating the ideas that led to the revolution. The book is considered a classic work of political philosophy and is still widely read and studied today. It is an important text in the history of conservatism and has influenced many conservative thinkers and politicians.THIS 272 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Works Of Edmund Burke V3, by Edmund Burke. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417974826.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.