History Of The Life And Times Of Edmund Burke V1

By Thomas Macknight

Book Overview

The book ""History Of The Life And Times Of Edmund Burke V1"" by Thomas Macknight is a comprehensive biography of the famous Irish statesman and philosopher, Edmund Burke. The first volume of this two-volume set covers Burke's life from his birth in Ireland in 1729 to his early career as a lawyer and politician in London.Macknight provides a detailed account of Burke's upbringing, education, and early political affiliations. He explores Burke's intellectual development and his early writings, including his famous essay ""A Vindication of Natural Society"" and his influential speeches on the American Revolution.The book also delves into Burke's personal life, including his marriage to Jane Nugent and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, such as Samuel Johnson and David Garrick.Macknight places Burke's life and career in the context of the political and social climate of the 18th century, examining the major events and movements that shaped his worldview and political philosophy. He also provides insight into Burke's legacy and influence on later political thought.Overall, ""History Of The Life And Times Of Edmund Burke V1"" is a thorough and engaging biography of one of the most important political thinkers of the 18th century, offering readers a deeper understanding of his life, work, and enduring impact.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 142549109X
• ISBN13: 9781425491093
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 564 Pages
• Weight: 1.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"