“It is by bribing, not so often by being bribed, that wicked politicians bring ruin on mankind. Avarice is a rival to the pursuits of many.”
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Maxims and opinions, moral, political and economical, with characters, from the works of ... Edmund Burke
This book compiles selected maxims and opinions from the works of Edmund Burke, a prominent philosopher and political theorist. It offers a glimpse into his thoughts on morality, politics, and economics, along with character analyses drawn from his writings. 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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