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Edmund Burke's Two Letters Addressed to a Member of the Present Parliament on the Proposals for Peace with the Regicide Directory of France was published in 1796. This work is part of Burke’s later writings, strongly opposing the French Revolution and the resulting government, which he saw as a dangerous, destabilizing force threatening not only the British monarchy but the whole European order. Burke's letters criticize Parliament's consideration of making peace with revolutionary France, particularly with the Regicide Directory, which Burke considered illegitimate and inherently violent.
The first edition of Two Letters was notable for its impassioned tone and rhetorical flourish, making it an immediate success among conservative audiences. Initially, these letters were published separately, which heightened their impact on readers. Anecdotes from the time suggest that Burke was almost feverish in his work on these letters, as he wrote during a period of poor health and intense conviction, fearing that his political ideals and Britain’s stability were at risk.
Burke, born in Dublin in 1729, was a statesman, political theorist, and philosopher. Initially aligning with the Whigs, he became known for his defense of parliamentary power, his support for American independence, and later for his vehement criticism of the French Revolution. Burke's shift in stance from reformer to conservative came as a shock to some of his contemporaries, but he argued that his principles were consistent: he supported reform to preserve order, but not radical upheaval that led to chaos. His opposition to the Revolution was foundational for modern conservatism.
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Octavo, 196 pages, set in 14-point Monotype Bulmer and printed on premium Century Laid cotton paper, in a limited edition of 25 copies. Hand-bound in half leather with marbled boards, complete with a matching slipcase. The spine features gilt titles and decorative accents, with marbled edges for a refined finish.
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Hand-crafted binding.
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