“The science of constructing a commonwealth, or renovating it, or reforming it, is, like every other experimental science, not to be taught a priori. Nor is it a short experience that can instruct us in that practical science, because the real effects of moral causes are not always immediate.”
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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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