Edmund Burke

Edmund Burke: Speeches On The American War, And Letter To The Sheriffs Of Bristol (1891) is a collection of two important political works by Edmund Burke, a prominent 18th-century British statesman, philosopher, and orator. The first work, Speeches On The American War, consists of three speeches delivered by Burke in the British Parliament between 1774 and 1775, in which he argued against the British government's policy of taxing the American colonies without their consent and warned of the dangers of continuing the conflict. The speeches are considered some of Burke's most eloquent and persuasive, and are widely regarded as a seminal moment in the history of British political thought.The second work, Letter To The Sheriffs Of Bristol, was written by Burke in 1777, after he lost his seat in Parliament due to his opposition to the government's policies. The letter is a passionate defense of the principles of representative government and individual liberty, and argues that elected officials have a duty to act in the best interests of their constituents, even if it means going against their party or the government. The letter is also notable for its criticism of corruption and abuse of power within the British government and its call for greater transparency and accountability.Together, these two works provide a fascinating insight into the political and intellectual world of Edmund Burke, one of the most influential thinkers of his time. They also offer a valuable perspective on the American Revolution and its impact on British politics and society, as well as on the broader issues of democracy, liberty, and the role of government in society.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.