“All persons possessing any portion of power ought to be strongly and awfully impressed with an idea that they act in trust, and that they are to account for their conduct in that trust to the one great Master, Author, and Founder of society.”
Quote by Edmund Burke
Work
The Works of Edmund Burke: With a Memoir
This volume includes a wide array of essays, speeches, and political treatises by Edmund Burke, a prominent figure in the Enlightenment. The collection offers insight into his philosophical and political thought, including his views on liberty, democracy, and the social order. The memoir provides a detailed account of Burke's life and career. 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