“If any ask me what a free government is, I answer, that, for any practical purpose, it is what the people think so,and that they, and not I, are the natural, lawful, and competent judges of this matter.”
Quote by Edmund Burke
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The Works and Correspondence of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke
This book is a compilation of the extensive works and correspondence of Edmund Burke, a prominent figure in British politics and philosophy during the 18th century. It includes his speeches, essays, and letters, providing insight into his political thought and his influence on contemporary issues of his time. more
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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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