William Wilberforce A Hero for Humanity Author:Kevin Belmonte William Wilberforce: A Hero for Humanity is the definitive biography of the English statesman who overcame incredible odds to bring about the end of slavery and slave trade. Called "The wittiest man in England" by philosopher and novelist Madame de Stael, praised by Abraham Lincoln, and renowned for his oratorical genius. Wilberforce worked tire... more »lessly to accomplish this goal.« less