“Good government is known from bad government by this infallible test: that under the former the labouring people are well fed and well clothed, and under the latter, they are badly fed and badly clothed.”
Quote by William Cobbett
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The Progress of a Plough-boy to a Seat in Parliament: As Exemplified in the History of the Life of William Cobbett, Member for Oldham
The Progress of a Plough-boy to a Seat in Parliament is a biography that narrates the life story of William Cobbett, focusing on his rise from a rural background to a political figure. The book provides insights into Cobbett's personal and professional development, highlighting his transformation from a plough-boy to a prominent member of the British Parliament. more
Author
William Cobbett
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. more
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