“When a great man has some one object in view to be achieved in a given time, it may be absolutely necessary for him to walk out of all the common roads.”
Quote by Edmund Burke
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The speeches of the Right Honourable Edmund Burke: with memoir and historical introductions
The book is a compilation of speeches delivered by Edmund Burke, a prominent figure in British politics and philosophy. It features a memoir that offers insight into his life and career, as well as historical introductions that set the speeches within their respective contexts. 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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