The Poetical Works Of Ebenezer Elliott: The Corn-Law Rhymer (1840) is a collection of poems written by Ebenezer Elliott, a prominent British poet known for his political and social commentary. The poems in this book are primarily focused on the controversial Corn Laws, which were taxes on imported grain that greatly affected the prices of food in Britain during the early 19th century. Elliott was a staunch opponent of these laws and used his poetry to express his views on the subject.The book includes some of Elliott's most famous poems, such as ""The Village Patriarch"" and ""The Ranter."" These poems are characterized by their strong, passionate language and their vivid descriptions of rural life in Britain. They also contain powerful critiques of the social and economic injustices of the time, particularly the effects of the Corn Laws on the poor.In addition to his political poetry, the book also includes some of Elliott's more personal works, such as his love poems and elegies. These poems demonstrate his versatility as a poet and his ability to write about a wide range of subjects.Overall, The Poetical Works Of Ebenezer Elliott: The Corn-Law Rhymer (1840) is a significant work in British poetry and a valuable historical document that provides insight into the social and political issues of the early 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original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.