Edmund Burke as Historian: War, Order and Civilisation

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This book provides a comprehensive survey of Edmund Burke's historical thought, a neglected area of both Burke scholarship and historiography. Ranging from Burke's general conception of history to his accounts of English, European, American, Irish and Asian-Muslim history, this book offers much-needed depth and context to his political life. Sora Sato illuminates Burke's ideas on civilisation and world order with careful analysis of both his well-known historical concepts, such as the ancient constitution of England and the spirit of chivalry, as well as his lesser-known opinions on war and the military. Written with clarity and precision, this book is an invaluable reference for scholars of Burke, early modern European history and political philosophy. Front Matter ....Pages i-xiv Introduction (Sora Sato)....Pages 1-20 English History: Conquest, Antiquity and National Spirit (Sora Sato)....Pages 21-80 European History: Vigour, Enthusiasm and Principles (Sora Sato)....Pages 81-116 The History of the Americas: The Spread and Transformation of ‘Europe’ (Sora Sato)....Pages 117-150 Irish History: Antiquity, Conquest and Incomplete Liberty (Sora Sato)....Pages 151-189 The History of Asian-Muslim Nations: ‘The Garden of Eden’? (Sora Sato)....Pages 191-216 Conclusion: Burke and History (Sora Sato)....Pages 217-246 Back Matter ....Pages 247-280