Thoughts On The Cause Of The Present Discontents is a political pamphlet written by the renowned British statesman and philosopher Edmund Burke. Published in 1770, the book examines the political and social conditions of England during the reign of George III and critiques the policies of the Whig government.Burke argues that the root cause of the present discontents in England is the corruption of the political system. He contends that the government has become too closely aligned with the interests of the wealthy and powerful, and has lost touch with the needs and concerns of the common people.Burke also critiques the Whig government's handling of the American colonies, arguing that their policies are misguided and will ultimately lead to rebellion. He calls for a more enlightened and compassionate approach to governing, one that takes into account the needs of all citizens, not just the wealthy and powerful.Thoughts On The Cause Of The Present Discontents is considered a seminal work in the development of conservative political thought. It is notable for its eloquent prose, incisive analysis, and prescient warnings about the dangers of unchecked government power. The book remains a classic of political philosophy and is still widely read and studied today.THIS 92 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Works Of Edmund Burke V1, by Edmund Burke. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1417974818.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.