The Life And Times Of Wendell Phillips (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432699437)

The Life and Times of Wendell Phillips is a biographical book written by George Lowell Austin. The book provides a detailed account of the life of Wendell Phillips, a prominent American abolitionist, orator, and lawyer who played a significant role in the anti-slavery movement in the mid-19th century. The book covers Phillips' early life, education, and career as a lawyer before he became involved in the abolitionist movement. It also delves into his activism and speeches, which helped to mobilize the movement and bring attention to the issue of slavery. The author provides insights into Phillips' personal life, including his relationships with family, friends, and fellow activists. The book also examines the political and social context of the time, including the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the struggle for civil rights. Overall, The Life and Times of Wendell Phillips is a comprehensive and engaging portrait of an influential figure in American history, shedding light on his contributions to the abolitionist movement and his impact on the fight for freedom and equality in the United States.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.

Author: George Lowell Austin
ISBN-10: 1432699431
ISBN-13: 9781432699437
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/25/2007
Pages: 440
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.41lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.98d