Edmund Burke
1729–1797
Nationality: English
Historical Period: The 18th Century
Edmund Burke (1729-1797) was an English political philosopher who is often seen as laying the foundations of modern conservatism. Although he supported the American colonies in the revolution against the British crown, he strongly opposed the French Revolution, the rise of unbridled democracy, and the growing corruption of government.
See the Liberty Matters online discussion on Smith, Hume, and Burke as Policy Liberals and Polity Conservatives
For additional information about Edmund Burke see the following:
Quotes from Edmund Burke:
- Edmund Burke on all forms of government intervention
- Edmund Burke on liberty as “social” not “individual” liberty
Titles from Edmund Burke:
- Author: Further Reflections on the French Revolution
- Author: Select Works of Edmund Burke, 4 vols.
- Author: A Vindication of Natural Society