“Moral excellence is the bright consummate flower of all progress.”
Quote by Charles Sumner
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The Complete Works of Charles Sumner
This volume includes a wide array of Sumner's speeches, essays, and letters, showcasing his influential role in the political and social discourse of his time. The collection provides insight into Sumner's advocacy for abolition, his defense of civil liberties, and his contributions to the development of American law and politics. more
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Charles Sumner
Charles Sumner, born on January 6, 1811, and died on March 11, 1874, was a prominent American politician, lawyer, and abolitionist. He served as a United States Senator and was a leading advocate for the abolition of slavery and civil rights, profoundly influencing the American Civil War and the abolition movement. more
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