This magisterial biography, first published in 1881, deals with the career of influential political and social reformer Richard Cobden.

Richard Cobden was one of the most important political figures of 19th century England, a champion of free trade and individual liberties. In this biography, written by fellow liberal activist John Morley, we get a fascinating look at Cobden's life and career. From his early years as a textile merchant to his tenure in Parliament, this book offers a deep dive into the mind of a true visionary. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.