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Up From Slavery (eBook)

Autobiography
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2022
179 Seiten
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859-654740060-8 (EAN)

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Up From Slavery - Booker T. Washington
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Booker T. Washington's 'Up From Slavery' is a poignant autobiographical account that sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of African Americans during the period of Reconstruction in the United States. Written in a clear and straightforward style, Washington's narrative provides a detailed examination of the hardships he faced as a former slave and his journey towards achieving higher education and success. The book is not only a personal memoir but also serves as a powerful commentary on race relations and the importance of education in breaking the cycle of poverty and oppression. Washington's emphasis on self-reliance and perseverance resonates with readers even today, making 'Up From Slavery' a timeless piece of American literature. Booker T. Washington, a prominent African American educator and civil rights leader, drew inspiration from his own experiences to write 'Up From Slavery'. As a former slave who rose to prominence in the post-Civil War era, Washington's insights offer valuable perspectives on the challenges faced by African Americans striving for equality and success. His dedication to uplifting his community through education and self-improvement is evident throughout the book, making him a revered figure in American history. I highly recommend 'Up from Slavery' to readers interested in African American history, civil rights, and educational reform. Washington's powerful narrative not only educates but also inspires readers to overcome adversity and strive for a better future.

Booker T. Washington (1856-1915) was an eminent African American educator, orator, and advisor to presidents of the United States. Born into slavery in Virginia, Washington's life epitomized the quintessential American dream of rising from a position of great adversity to one of influence. After emancipation, he pursued education fervently, culminating in his leading role at the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama, which he founded in 1881. Washington's advocacy for African American progress through education and economic self-reliance, rather than through the direct challenge of segregation and disenfranchisement, characterized his pragmatic approach in an era of severe racial tensions. His seminal work, 'Up From Slavery' (1901), is an autobiography detailing his personal journey from slavery to educational leadership. It remains a critically lauded manuscript which eloquently encapsulates Washington's philosophy and practical vision for the advancement of African Americans in the post-Reconstruction South. Washington's literary style in 'Up From Slavery' employs a clear, straightforward narrative, which was accessible to a broad audience and served as a powerful tool for him to advocate his ideas on social progress and the importance of hard work and character building. His contributions to African American education and his compelling rhetoric on self-help and self-improvement have left an indelible mark on American history and literature.

Erscheint lt. Verlag 13.11.2022
Verlagsort Prague
Sprache englisch
Themenwelt Literatur Biografien / Erfahrungsberichte
Sachbuch/Ratgeber Geschichte / Politik 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
Reisen Reiseführer
Schlagworte African American autobiography • African American History • Alice Walker • American self-made stories • american slavery experience • Between the World and Me • Booker T. Washington memoir • Civil rights movement precursors • Civil War era memoir • Description and travel • Dreams From My Father • educational autobiography • Educational reform literature • English literature • France • historical significance • History of France • Inspirational success stories • James Baldwin • leadership themes • Long Walk to Freedom • Malcolm X • post-civil war history • Racial uplift and empowerment • racial uplift narrative • Ralph Ellison • Self-Improvement Philosophy • Slavery and freedom narratives • Small Great Things • Social reform in America • The Underground Railroad • Toni Morrison • Travel • Tuskegee Institute founder • Versailles
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