Booker T. Washington
Booker Taliaferro Washington was an American educator, author, and orator. Between 1890 and 1915, Washington was the primary leader in the African-American community and of the contemporary Black elite.
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A slave's journey from the shackles of bondage to becoming a beacon of hope and a champion for justice ignites the fight against inequality.
By Booker T. Washington
Putting the Most Into Life
Discover how to fortify your health, character, and intellect to not only overcome adversity but to contribute meaningfully to society.
By Booker T. Washington
My larger education : $b Being chapters from my experience
From slavery to leadership, a Black educator reveals how adversity became the cornerstone of his extraordinary journey and groundbreaking vision for uplifting his community.
By Booker T. Washington
The Story of Slavery
Journey through history to witness the heart-wrenching realities of bondage, where resilience and shared humanity emerge amidst unimaginable cruelty.
By Booker T. Washington
Up from Slavery: An Autobiography
Born into slavery, he pulled himself up through education to become a leader and champion for his people.
By Booker T. Washington
The Story of My Life and Work
From slavery to educator, discover how one man's pursuit of knowledge shaped a nation's future.
By Booker T. Washington
The Man Farthest Down: A Record of Observation and Study in Europe
Sailing across the Atlantic, a man seeks to understand the shared struggles of the oppressed on two continents by documenting the overlooked stories of Europe's poorest citizens.
By Booker T. Washington
The Future of the American Negro
In a divided America, a leader champions practical education, igniting a path for a people to rise above historical oppression and build their own destiny through skill and industry.
By Booker T. Washington
Character Building Being Addresses Delivered on Sunday Evenings to the Students of Tuskegee Institute
Discover how to face life's ups and downs with a positive attitude, build a strong moral compass, and inspire others through acts of service and integrity.
By Booker T. Washington
Working With the Hands Being a Sequel to "Up from Slavery," Covering the Author's Experiences in Industrial Training at Tuskegee
From a childhood of hard labor to championing practical skills, witness one man's journey to uplift a community through the power of education and the dignity of work.
By Booker T. Washington