""The Story of Richard Cobden: The Hero of Free Trade"" is a biographical account of the life and achievements of Richard Cobden, a prominent British politician and advocate of free trade in the 19th century. Written by Frances E. Cooke and originally published in 1904, the book traces Cobden's life from his humble beginnings as a farmer's son in Sussex to his rise as a successful businessman and influential political figure. Cobden was a leading...