William Wilberforce, der Sklavenfreund by Hugo Oertel
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"William Wilberforce, der Sklavenfreund" by Hugo Oertel is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The work chronicles the life of William Wilberforce, a prominent figure in the movement to abolish slavery in England. It delves into his moral and spiritual convictions, detailing his significant contributions to humanitarian efforts and the anti-slavery movement. The opening of the book sets the stage for understanding Wilberforce's character and motivations. It highlights his
early life, touching on his upbringing and formative influences, especially the impact of his religious beliefs fostered by his pious aunt. The narrative emphasizes his deep empathetic nature and the stark moral challenges of his time regarding slavery, foreshadowing his eventual role in advocating for the abolition of the slave trade. The introduction effectively establishes Wilberforce as a "Sklavenfreund," preparing readers to explore his relentless fight against one of humanity's greatest injustices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Oertel, Hugo |
|---|---|
| Title |
William Wilberforce, der Sklavenfreund Ein Lebensbild, für die deutsche Jugend und das deutsche Volk gezeichnet |
| Credits |
Produced by Peter Becker and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 56.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Politicians -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Subject | Wilberforce, William, 1759-1833 |
| Subject | Abolitionists -- Great Britain -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 54201 |
| Release Date | Feb 19, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 232 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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