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Speeches on Free Trade is a book written by Richard Cobden, a British statesman who was a prominent advocate of free trade. The book is a collection of speeches given by Cobden on the topic of free trade, which he believed was essential for the economic prosperity of nations. The speeches were delivered between 1841 and 1864, a period of great debate and controversy over the issue of free trade in Britain. In the book, Cobden argues that free trade is not only beneficial for the economy but also for society as a whole. He makes a case for the removal of tariffs and other trade barriers, which he believed were hindering economic growth and development. He also discusses the impact of free trade on the working class, arguing that it would lead to better wages, improved working conditions, and greater opportunities for social mobility. Speeches on Free Trade is a classic work on the subject of free trade and remains relevant today, as debates about globalization and trade continue to shape our world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.