“Among precautions against ambition, it may not be amiss to take precautions against our own. I must fairly say, I dread our own power and our own ambition: I dread our being too much dreaded.”
Quote by Edmund Burke
Work
The Works of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke
This compilation includes a variety of works by Edmund Burke, showcasing his influential contributions to political theory, philosophy, and economics. The collection features his seminal essays on the American Revolution, as well as his reflections on the French Revolution. It also contains his speeches and letters, offering insight into his political thought and his role in shaping the political landscape of his time. 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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