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The dramatic autobiographical account of Booker T. Washington’s unique American experience—a struggle against social and ideological bias that he began as a slave and never stopped.
“Washington’s story of himself, as half-seen by himself, is one of America’s most revealing books.”—Langston Hughes
Historically acknowledged as one of America’s most powerful and persuasive orators, Booker T. Washington consistently challenged the forces of racial prejudice at a time when such behavior from a black man was unheard of. While his stance on the separation of the races would become controversial, he worked tirelessly to convince blacks to work together as one people in order to improve their lives and the future of their race.
Spanning from his fight for education through his founding of the world-renowned Tuskegee Institute, Washington’s Up from Slavery remains one of the most significant and defining works in American literature.
Publisher : Signet; Reissue edition (January 5, 2010)
Language : English
Mass Market Paperback : 272 pages
ISBN-10 : 0451531477
ISBN-13 : 978-0451531476
Lexile measure : 1260L
Item Weight : 4.8 ounces
Dimensions : 4.19 x 0.73 x 6.81 inches
Customers say
Customers find this autobiography insightful and well-written, with one noting it’s a great read for history enthusiasts. The book provides valuable insights into Booker T. Washington’s life, emphasizing the importance of hard work and the inherent nobility of labor. They appreciate the story’s optimistic tone and the author’s character development, highlighting his kindness and deep sense of responsibility towards his community. The book is factual and takes readers back to historical truths.
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