Edmund Burke's Speech In The House Of Commons, March 22, 1775, On Moving His Resolutions For Conciliation With The Colonies (1897)

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Kessinger Publishing, 2009 - 104 Seiten
Edmund Burke s Speech In The House Of Commons, March 22, 1775, On Moving His Resolutions For Conciliation With The Colonies (1897) is a historical document that presents the famous speech given by Edmund Burke in the British Parliament in 1775. In this speech, Burke argues for a peaceful resolution to the growing conflict between Britain and its American colonies, which were on the brink of rebellion.Burke s speech is a powerful and eloquent plea for reconciliation and compromise. He argues that the American colonists are not rebels, but rather loyal British subjects who are protesting against unfair and unjust treatment. He suggests that the British government should listen to their grievances and work towards a peaceful resolution that would preserve the unity of the British Empire.The book provides a detailed account of Burke s speech, including his famous line, Magnanimity in politics is not seldom the truest wisdom; and a great empire and little minds go ill together. It also includes an introduction by the editor, which provides historical context and analysis of Burke s speech.Overall, Edmund Burke s Speech In The House Of Commons, March 22, 1775, On Moving His Resolutions For Conciliation With The Colonies (1897) is an important historical document that sheds light on the complex relationship between Britain and its American colonies in the lead up to the American Revolution. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the British Empire, American history, or political philosophy.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.

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Born in Ireland in 1729, Edmund Burke was an English statesman, author, and orator who is best remembered as a formidable advocate for those who were victims of injustice. He was the son of a Dublin lawyer and had also trained to practice law. In the 1760s, Burke was elected to the House of Commons from the Whig party. Burke spent most of his career in Parliament as a member of the Royal Opposition, who was not afraid of controversy, as shown by his support for the American Revolution and for Irish/Catholic rights. His best-known work is Reflections on the French Revolution (1790). Some other notable works are On Conciliation with the American Colonies (1775) and Impeachment of Warren Hastings (1788). Edmund Burke died in 1797.

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