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William Wilberforce
William Wilberforce (1759-1833) was an English politician and philanthropist, known for his commitment to religious and social values, including the movement to stop the slave trad...view moreWilliam Wilberforce (1759-1833) was an English politician and philanthropist, known for his commitment to religious and social values, including the movement to stop the slave trade. Born in Hull, Yorkshire, he became a Member of Parliament for Yorkshire in 1784. In 1785, he underwent an evangelical conversion, resolving to commit himself to the service of God. He worked tirelessly for the passage of the Slave Trade Act of 1807, and the campaign that led to the Slavery Abolition Act 1833. He was also involved in the creation of the Church Mission Society, and the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.view less
Books by William Wilberforce
A Practical View of Christianity Real Christianity Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5Real Christianity Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5A Practical View Rating: 3 out of 5 stars3/5Real Christianity Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsPrivate Papers of William Wilberforce Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsA Letter on the Abolition of the Slave Trade: Addressed to the freeholders and other inhabitants of Yorkshire Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsLettre à l'Empereur Alexandre sur la traite des noirs Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratingsA Practical View Rating: 0 out of 5 stars0 ratings