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William Cobbett (March 9, 1763 - June 18, 1835) was an influential English pamphleteer, writer, and radical. Known for his critical analysis of the political and social issues of his time, Cobbett's work had a profound impact on the social and political landscape of 18th and 19th century Britain.

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Famous William Cobbett Quotes

“DEAL is a most villainous place. It is full of filthy-looking people.Great desolationof abomination has beengoing on here.”

People Deals Filthy Abomination

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“All my plans in private life; all my pursuits; all my designs, wishes, and thoughts, have this one great object in view: the overthrow of the ruffian Boroughmongers. If I write grammars; if I write on agriculture; if I sow, plant, or deal in seeds; whatever I do has first in view the destruction of those infamous tyrants.”

Ifs Writing Firsts Wish Views Deals Plans Design Objects Destruction Plant Seeds Pursuit Tyrants Agriculture Grammar Private Life Infamous Ruffian

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“However roguish a man may be, he always loves to deal with an honest man.”

Men May Deals Honest Honest Man

Book:Cobbett's America: a selection from the writings of William Cobbett

Source: Cobbett's America: a selection from the writings of William Cobbett