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    Rural Rides

    by William Cobbett, Peter Wickham ...
    Narrated by Peter Wickham ...

    Unabridged

    22 hours 22 min

    Between 1821 and 1826, the prolific writer and journalist William Cobbett travelled the countryside of the South of England on foot and horseback. Rural Rides is a fascinating account of his journeys, and depicts a way of life in transition, juxtaposing lyrical descriptions of the countryside with criticism of the poverty of agricultural workers. A man of radical politics who encouraged the rural ... Read more

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    Also available as: eBooks

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  • Cottage Economy, to Which is Added The Poor Man's Friend

    Enriched edition. Practical Guide to Sustainable Living and Economic Justice

    by William Cobbett, Tessa Benson ...
    In "Cottage Economy, to Which is Added The Poor Man's Friend," William Cobbett presents a compelling exploration of rural self-sufficiency and the intricacies of the agricultural life in early 19th-century England. Written in a straightforward yet engaging prose, Cobbett's work serves not only as a guide for the impoverished rural population but also as a critique of the socioeconomic structures ... Read more

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  • Advice to Young Men

    by William Cobbett ...
    "Advice to Young Men" by William Cobbett is a compelling guide that offers practical wisdom and insights for young men navigating the complexities of life. Cobbett, a prominent English writer and political reformer, emphasizes the importance of hard work, integrity, and self-discipline. He draws from his own experiences to provide advice on various aspects of life, including education, personal ... Read more

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  • Rural Rides: Pictures of 19th-Century Countryside

    Enriched edition. A Journey Through 19th-Century England's Countryside, Agrarian Life, and Social Reform

    by William Cobbett ...
    William Cobbett's 'Rural Rides: Pictures of 19th-Century Countryside' is a captivating literary work that provides a vivid picture of rural life in the 19th century. Written in a descriptive and engaging style, the book takes readers on a journey through the English countryside, depicting the landscapes, people, and customs of the time. Cobbett's keen observations and detailed accounts offer ... Read more

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  • The American Gardener

    by William Cobbett ...
    Series series Modern Library Gardening
    Back in print after 150 yearsOut of print since 1856, The American Gardener is perhaps the first classic work of American gardening literature. In it, William Cobbett, Victorian England’s greatest and most gifted journalist, draws upon his experiences during a two-year exile on a Long Island, New York, farm to lay out the rudiments of gardening for American farmers and, ultimately, to tailor ... Read more

    $3.99 USD

  • Rural Rides

    by William Cobbett ...
    "Rural Rides" is a compelling collection of essays by William Cobbett, where he chronicles his journeys through the English countryside. Cobbett, a passionate advocate for agrarian reform, provides vivid descriptions of rural life, the landscape, and the people he encounters. His observations reflect a deep concern for the plight of the rural poor and the impact of industrialization on traditional ... Read more

    $0.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

    Also available as: Audiobook

    Also available as: Audiobook

  • Cottage Economy

    by William Cobbett ...
    The American publication of Cottage Economy by Stephen Gould and Sons was basically a compilation of a series of pamphlets published by Cobbett in 1821 in England. Cobbett was an English political activist at a time when the industrial revolution was changing the face of rural Britain, and he was constantly concerned with improving the living conditions of the working classes. The book presents ... Read more

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    Cottage Economy (Unabridged)

    by WILLIAM COBBETT ...
    Narrated by Martha Herreras ...

    Unabridged

    5 hours 49 min

    How can you tell when your pig is fat enough? Why should you never buy mustard? What's wrong with eating potatoes? Which is better, beer or tea? And what type of straw makes the best bonnets? William Cobbett is the man to ask. Here is his book of practical advice to the rural labouring 'cottager' , the precursor in many ways to the handbooks on self-sufficiency that today entice so many city ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • Advice to Young Men and (Incidentally) to Young Women in the Middle and Higher Ranks of Life in a Series of Letters Addressed to a Youth, a Bachelor, a Lover, a Husband, a Father, a Citizen, or a Subject

    by William Cobbett ...
    The Children Carried Off by the Indians—The Feast in the Wigwam—Souwanas, the Story-teller—Nanahboozhoo, the Indian Myth—How the Wolves Stole His Dinner, and Why the Birch Tree Bark is Scarred—Why the Raccoon has Rings on His Tail. Without even knocking at the door there noiselessly entered our northern home two large, unhandsome Indians. They paid not the slightest attention to the grown-up ... Read more

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  • A History of the Protestant Reformation in England and Ireland

    by William Cobbett ...
    Though written by a Protestant (between 1824 and 1827), this book has been repeatedly reprinted by Catholic publishers because of the tremendous light it sheds on English history from Henry VIII (1509) thru George III (1820), showing that England was better off before the Reformation than after. Unabashedly pro-Catholic and a real eye-opener! 432 pgs, ... Read more

    $8.69 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Cottage Economy, to Which is Added The Poor Man's Friend

    by William Cobbett ...
    "Cottage Economy" by William Cobbett is a practical guide that emphasizes self-sufficiency and the importance of rural life. Cobbett, a prominent social commentator, advocates for the cultivation of small plots of land and the benefits of cottage gardening. He provides readers with insights into the management of household economies, focusing on frugality and resourcefulness. The book serves as a ... Read more

    $0.95 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Advice to Young Men

    Enriched edition. Timeless Wisdom for Young Men: A Literary Guide to Self-Improvement and Social Commentary

    by William Cobbett, Tessa Benson ...
    In "Advice to Young Men," William Cobbett offers a compelling blend of practical wisdom and moral guidance, framed within the context of early 19th-century Britain. Cobbett's prose is direct, impassioned, and imbued with his personal convictions, as he addresses the challenges faced by young men in a rapidly changing society. Employing a straightforward literary style, he emphasizes the importance ... Read more

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