Excerpt from Wilberforce: A Narrative
Note. The term Hansard is used, for convenience, in the footnotes to cover both the Parliamentary History and the successive series of Parliamentary Debates.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book shines a light on the captivating early life of William Wilberforce, a towering figure in British history and the transatlantic abolitionist movement. It traces how Wilberforceâs privileged upbringing and education set him on a path toward political success, eventually leading him towards his lifeâs mission. At the heart of the narrative is the complex and profound friendship between Wilberforce, as a young Member of Parliament, and William Pitt the Younger, the brilliant and ambitious Prime Minister. The book immerses the reader in the lively world of 18th-century London, where the two young men navigated the vibrant political and social scenes. It skillfully blends historical depth with an exploration of Wilberforceâs evolving beliefs and motivations, shedding light on how he came to reconcile his youthful exuberance and political aspirations with his deep-seated Christian faith and sense of social justice. This book offers a fresh perspective on Wilberforce's early life, illuminating the formative influences that shaped his character and set the stage for his momentous role in the abolition of the slave trade. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243085071_0
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9780243085071
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