Speeches Of Richard Cobden: On Peace, Financial Reform, Colonial Reform, And Other Subjects, Delivered During 1849 (1849)

By Richard Cobden

Book Overview

The book ""Speeches of Richard Cobden: On Peace, Financial Reform, Colonial Reform, and Other Subjects, Delivered During 1849"" is a collection of speeches given by Richard Cobden in the year 1849. Cobden was a British statesman and one of the leading figures in the movement for free trade in the mid-19th century. He was also a prominent advocate for peace and colonial reform.The book covers a range of topics, including Cobden's views on peace, financial reform, and colonial reform. In his speeches, he argues for the importance of free trade and the benefits it can bring to society. He also discusses the need for peace and the dangers of war, as well as the need for reform in the British colonies.The speeches in the book were delivered at various locations throughout the year, including in the House of Commons and at public meetings. They provide a fascinating insight into the political and social issues of the time, as well as the views of one of the most influential figures of the era.Overall, ""Speeches of Richard Cobden: On Peace, Financial Reform, Colonial Reform, and Other Subjects, Delivered During 1849"" is an important historical document that sheds light on the ideas and beliefs of one of the most important figures in British politics and economics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164897489
• ISBN13: 9781164897484
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"