A superb example of this classic life of Wilberforce, with content related to his relationship with Pitt, his relationship with Isaac Milner, his attempts at a revival of religion, his work for the slave, etc. etc. 

Wilberforce, Samuel. The Life of William Wilberforce by his Son. Revised and Condensed Edition. London. John Murray. 1872. 452pp.

Very attractive fine, polished calf with raised bands, morocco title, beautifully tooled. Corresponding marbled foredges and endpapers. Some minor rubbing, just through at corners, now consolidated. Very solid and clean.