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William wilberforce 24 august 175929 july 1833 was a british evangelical politician and philanthropist. The irresistible inheritance of wilberforce, by paul. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 249 pages and is available in paperback format. The irresistible inheritance of wilberforce drew me in. As with paul tordays other books, the irresistible inheritance of wilberforce is an unusual tale. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books. Amazing grace tells the story of the remarkable life of the british abolitionist william wilberforce 17591833. William wilberforce and the abolition of the slave trade.
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