Edmund Burke and the Invention of Modern Conservatism, 1830-1914

Discover the profound influence of Edmund Burke on modern political thought in Edmund Burke and the Invention of Modern Conservatism, 1830-1914 by Emily Jones. Published by Oxford University Press in 2019, this insightful paperback spans 288 pages, offering a comprehensive exploration of how Burke's legacy evolved throughout the nineteenth century. Although Burke was an eighteenth-century Irishman and politician who did not identify as a conventional conservative, his ideas laid the groundwork for what is now recognized as 'Burkean conservatism.' In this groundbreaking work, Jones reveals how Burke's philosophies were reinterpreted to shape one of the most significant theories in modern conservatism. Perfect for students and scholars alike, this book is essential for anyone interested in the intersections of history, politics, and ideology.