Edmund Burke’s Legacy: Conservative Thought and Political Action

Par : Jeremy Riley
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  • FormatePub
  • ISBN8230856887
  • EAN9798230856887
  • Date de parution21/04/2025
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  • ÉditeurIndependently Published

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"Edmund Burke's Legacy: Conservative Thought and Political Action" by Jeremy Riley explores the profound influence of Edmund Burke on the development of conservative political theory and practice. This comprehensive examination traces Burke's intellectual journey, focusing on his critical response to revolutionary movements, particularly the French Revolution, and his deep respect for tradition, social order, and gradual reform.
The book delves into Burke's belief in the organic nature of society, his skepticism of radical change, and his commitment to preserving established institutions as the foundation of political stability. Through a detailed analysis of Burke's writings, including Reflections on the Revolution in France, the book sheds light on his nuanced views on democracy, liberty, equality, and revolution. It also explores his lasting impact on 19th and 20th-century conservative thought, influencing key political figures and movements across Europe and the United States.
By examining Burke's legacy in the context of modern political challenges, this work offers a thoughtful critique of contemporary social and political upheavals, while advocating for a return to Burkean principles of prudence, tradition, and the cautious evolution of political systems.
"Edmund Burke's Legacy: Conservative Thought and Political Action" by Jeremy Riley explores the profound influence of Edmund Burke on the development of conservative political theory and practice. This comprehensive examination traces Burke's intellectual journey, focusing on his critical response to revolutionary movements, particularly the French Revolution, and his deep respect for tradition, social order, and gradual reform.
The book delves into Burke's belief in the organic nature of society, his skepticism of radical change, and his commitment to preserving established institutions as the foundation of political stability. Through a detailed analysis of Burke's writings, including Reflections on the Revolution in France, the book sheds light on his nuanced views on democracy, liberty, equality, and revolution. It also explores his lasting impact on 19th and 20th-century conservative thought, influencing key political figures and movements across Europe and the United States.
By examining Burke's legacy in the context of modern political challenges, this work offers a thoughtful critique of contemporary social and political upheavals, while advocating for a return to Burkean principles of prudence, tradition, and the cautious evolution of political systems.