“My first recollection of hearing Wendell Phillips is from my college days, though of course he was always one of my heroes, and I may have heard him before, for we were an anti-slavery family.”
Quote by George Edward Woodberry
Work
Wendell Phillips: The Faith of an American
This book delves into the personal and political life of Wendell Phillips, focusing on his role in the abolitionist movement and his advocacy for civil rights. It examines his influential speeches, his relationships with prominent figures of the time, and his contributions to the fight against slavery. more
Author
George Edward Woodberry
George Edward Woodberry was an American literary critic known for his research on Romantic literature. His works have had a profound impact on subsequent literary criticism. more
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