Reflections on the Revolution In France (Penguin Classics)

Long before the Reign of Terror occurred, Edmund Burke foresaw the consequences that would shadow the French Revolution. Reflections on the Revolution in France outlines his attitudes to the topic of revolution and in doing reveal himself a proponent for conservatism. Expressing his support for piecemeal change, defense of property, religion and traditional institutions, Burke offers practical advice over abstract theory. This Penguin Classic edition of Burke powerful treatise is introduced and edited by Conor Cruise O’Brian.