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Historian uncovers rare writings by 18th century political icon

A historian has discovered three previously unknown essays by Edmund Burke, a prominent British statesman from the 18th century. The newly attributed manuscripts offer insight into Burke's philosophical thinking and intellectual influences, which likely shaped his 30-year parliamentary career.

Secularization of suicide meant callous mockery of writers' deaths

A recent study reveals that media reports of the time callously mocked the suicides of Grub Street writers, who were unfairly marginalized and exploited. These writers played a crucial role in Western civilization, contributing to the Enlightenment and undermining the French monarchy.