Booker T. Washington

The Future of the American Negro (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In Booker T. Washington's seminal work, 'The Future of the American Negro,' the author provides a comprehensive analysis of the status of African Americans in post-Civil War America. Written in a straightforward and practical style, Washington discusses the challenges faced by African Americans in their quest for social and economic equality. Drawing on his own experiences as a former slave and educator, Washington offers insights into the necessity of vocational education and self-help as means of advancement for his community. This book is considered a significant contribution to the literature of the time, advocating for a more pragmatic approach to racial equality. Washington's emphasis on self-reliance and economic independence set him apart from other prominent African American leaders of his time, such as W.E.B. Du Bois. 'The Future of the American Negro' is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of race relations in America during the late 19th century.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 172
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664654229
• Artikelnr.: 58447788

Autorenporträt

Booker Taliaferro Washington (5 April 1856-14 November 1915) was an orator, educator and social reformer. He became the voice of African Americans by fighting for their rights against the brutal Jim Crow Laws. Taking his endeavours one step ahead, the foundation of the Tuskegee Institute became the key to progress for his community and civilization at large.