The Early Life Correspondence and Writings of The Rt. Hon. Edmund Burke

Originally published in 1923, this book presents a biographical account of Edmund Burke's early life and education.

Edmund Burke (Author), Arthur P.I. Samuels (Author)

9781107667556, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 30 January 2014

454 pages
23.4 x 15.6 x 2.6 cm, 0.69 kg

Originally published in 1923, this book presents a biographical account of Edmund Burke's early life and education. A transcript of the Minute Book of the Trinity College, Dublin Debating Club, founded by Burke in 1747, is also included, together with other writings by and relating to Burke. Illustrative figures are incorporated throughout, together with extensive textual notes. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in the early life and writings of Burke.

Introduction
Preface
1. Parentage and childhood
2. Schooldays
3. In Trinity College
4. The Reformer
5. Burke and the Lucas controversy
6. The 'club' and its personnel
7. Farewell to Trinity
Appendix 1. The minute book and notes
Appendix 2. Burke's contributions to the Reformer
Appendix 3. Pamphlets relating to the Lucas controversy
Appendix 4. Correspondence with R. Shackleton relating to the sketch of Burke in the London Evening Post
Appendix 5. Will of Richard Burke, Senior.

Subject Areas: Politics & government [JP]