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The Life of William Wilberforce

By Michael Webster

The Life of William Wilberforce

By Michael Webster

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In the late 18th century, Britain's immense wealth was fueled by the brutal commerce of the slave trade. It was a business defended by the most powerful men in the empire, and a practice most of society chose to ignore. But one man dared to challenge it.This is the story of William Wilberforce, a brilliant and charming young politician whose profound spiritual awakening led him to a single, impossible goal: to abolish the Atlantic slave trade and reform his nation's conscience. For decades, he stood against the full force of a powerful and entrenched opposition, facing heartbreaking defeats, personal attacks, and a world that saw his cause as nothing more than a dangerous distraction. The Life of William Wilberforce is more than a history of a great political victory. It is an intimate portrait of a deeply complex man, exploring his faith, his personal struggles, and the indomitable spirit that sustained him. It is a powerful and timeless narrative of one man's unwavering conviction, and the profound lessons his life holds for us today. Approx.170 pages, 34500 word count
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
170
Release Date:
2025-10-25
Publication Date:
2025-10-25
Publisher:
Michael Webster
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN13:
9798232727529
Weight:
223 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
9 cm
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