Learn about one of the leading figures in the abolition of slavery in Britain with this biography of Thomas Clarkson. From his early advocacy for the rights of enslaved people to his pivotal role in organizing the Society for the Abolition of the Slave Trade, this book tells the story of a man who dedicated his life to the cause of freedom. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.