William Cobbett Series

This English pamphleteer, farmer, and journalist relentlessly advocated for parliamentary reform and the abolition of corrupt boroughs to improve the lives of farm laborers. He was a fierce critic of those who exploited power and opposed the restrictive Corn Laws. While his political loyalties evolved, a steadfast opposition to authority and a suspicion of novelty remained constant throughout his life. He is celebrated for his passionate polemics on diverse subjects, with his enduringly popular work, 'Rural Rides,' serving as a testament to his keen observation and engagement with the English countryside.