POL320Y1 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Aristocracy, Practical Reason, Continental Philosophy
2 May 2016
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Edmund burke - reflections on the revolution in france. Reflecting on what we"re leaving behind when moving into the modern period. Revolution meant at the time a change in government. Burke sees the revolution as a catastrophe - not just for france, but for all of humanity. Made in the name of a radically new way of looking at the world. Based upon a particular world view - could easily spread to other nations. Not just about france - the whole world is potentially threatened. A letter - his opinion produced 300+ pages. Congratulatory letter sent to france"s governing body from the revolutionary. Burke never head of the society - actually just a social club. Rsl - set up to honour the glorious revolution of britain in 1688 (a drinking club) Congratulatory letter a result of the end of a sermon. Sermon given to connect the revolutions of england and france as if they were the same type of revolution.
