Publisher's Synopsis
""Reflections On The Revolution In France"" is a political and philosophical treatise written by Edmund Burke in 1790. The book is a response to the French Revolution and its ideals of liberty, equality, and fraternity. Burke argues that the revolution is a dangerous and misguided attempt to overthrow the established social and political order, and that it will lead to chaos and tyranny. He critiques the revolutionary leaders and their ideas, and defends the traditional institutions of monarchy, aristocracy, and the Church. Burke's arguments are grounded in his belief in the importance of tradition, custom, and gradual change. The book is considered a classic of conservative political thought, and has influenced political thinkers and movements around the world.Is it possible I should? It appears to me as if I were in a great crisis, not of the affairs of France alone, but of all Europe, perhaps of more than Europe. All circumstances taken together, the French revolution is the most astonishing that has hitherto happened in the world. The most wonderful things are brought about, in many instances by means the most absurd and ridiculous, in the most ridiculous modes.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.
