“Old religious factions are volcanoes burned out; on the lava and ashes and squalid scoriae of old eruptions grow the peaceful olive, the cheering vine and the sustaining corn.”
Quote by Edmund Burke
Work
The Speeches of the Right Hon. Edmund Burke, with Memoir and Historical Introductions. By James Burke
This book presents a compilation of significant speeches delivered by Edmund Burke, a prominent figure in British politics and philosophy. James Burke, another notable figure, offers a personal memoir and contextualizes the speeches within historical events, providing readers with a deeper understanding of Burke's political thought and the era in which he lived. more
Author
Edmund Burke
Edmund Burke, a British statesman and writer, was born on January 12, 1729, and died on July 9, 1797. He was one of the most prominent political thinkers of the 18th century, known for his profound insights into liberty, democracy, and conservatism. more
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