This book provides an in-depth look at the life and political career of Charles Sumner, a prominent abolitionist and U.S. Senator during the years leading up to the American Civil War. It explores Sumner's passionate advocacy for the abolition of slavery, his role in the formation of the Republican party, and his influence on American politics during this turbulent period in history. The book also includes a detailed account of the infamous incident in which Sumner was physically attacked on the Senate floor by a pro-slavery congressman, an event that further escalated tensions between the North and South.

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