Edmund Burke - Irish Philosopher | Father of Modern Conservatism
Edmund Burke, portrait by Sir Joshua Reynolds, c. 1771
Edmund Burke (1729–1797) was an Irish statesman, economist, and philosopher who served for many years in the British House of Commons. Known as the father of modern conservatism, Burke is remembered for his support of the American Revolution, his opposition to the French Revolution, and his influential writings on political theory and aesthetics.
Born in Dublin and educated at Trinity College, Burke became one of the most eloquent orators and political thinkers of his era. His Reflections on the Revolution in France (1790) became one of the most influential political treatises in history, advocating for gradual reform over radical revolution and emphasizing the importance of tradition and established institutions.
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