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The Rt. Hon. John Bright M.P. Cartoons from the Collection of "Mr. Punch"

By Various

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Witness a powerful politician's journey through witty illustrations depicting his fight for justice and reform in Victorian England.

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2013-12-29
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"The Rt. Hon. John Bright M.P." by Various presents a series of political cartoons from the 1800s. The images capture the life and impact of John Bright, a British politician known for pushing for social changes like free trade and the right to vote. These drawings give us a peek into the politics of the time and the big events in Bright's career. The cartoons show important times in British politics, like Bright's disapproval of the Crimean War, his work to get rid of the Corn Laws, and his dedication to changing things in Ireland. Through humor and satire, the illustrations highlight Bright's role in shaping what people thought and his strong efforts in Parliament; as a whole, these cartoons honor Bright's legacy as a speaker and reformer and show us a picture of the battles for fairness in Victorian England.

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