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Cobbetts Lecture : William Cobbett (1763-1835) electioneering. Cobbett
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Size: 4800 x 4076 (11.4MB)
Date: 27th March 2014
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Cobbetts Lecture : William Cobbett (1763-1835) electioneering. Cobbett
Cobbetts Lecture : William Cobbett (1763-1835) electioneering. Cobbett stood unsuccessfully for Parliament in 1821 and 1826, and in 1832 he was elected for Oldham. Cartoon by John Doyle (1797-1868) in his series of Political Sketches, 1833. Lithograph
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1821 1826 1832 1833 Cartoon Doyle Elected Electioneering John Lecture Lithograph Nineteenth Century Parliament Political Politician Politics Series Sketches Stood William 1763 1835 Cobbett Oldham Unsuccessfully
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lithograph captures a pivotal moment in British political history, depicting William Cobbett, an influential English politician of the 19th century, engaging in electioneering. Created by the talented cartoonist John Doyle as part of his renowned series of Political Sketches in 1833, this print offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of nineteenth-century politics. Cobbett's Lecture showcases the determination and resilience of this iconic figure who stood for Parliament twice before finally achieving success in 1832 when he was elected for Oldham. Despite facing unsuccessful attempts in both 1821 and 1826, Cobbett's unwavering commitment to his political aspirations paid off. Doyle's masterful use of lithography brings this scene to life with intricate details and vibrant colors. The composition skillfully portrays Cobbett amidst a crowd, passionately delivering a lecture or speech to garner support from potential voters. This image not only highlights Cobbett's charisma but also emphasizes the significance of public speaking and persuasion during election campaigns. As we admire this historical artwork from Universal Images Group (UIG), it serves as a reminder that politics has always been an integral part of society. It allows us to reflect on how politicians like William Cobbett shaped our past and influenced our present-day democratic systems.
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