Booker T. Washington, Builder of a Civilization by Scott and Stowe

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Author Scott, Emmett J. (Emmett Jay), 1873-1957
Author Stowe, Lyman Beecher, 1880-1963
Author of introduction, etc. Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919
Title Booker T. Washington, Builder of a Civilization
Note Reading ease score: 64.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Booker T. Washington, Builder of a Civilization" by Emmett J. Scott and Lyman Beecher Stowe is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The biography chronicles the remarkable life of Booker T. Washington, from his humble beginnings as a slave to becoming a prominent leader for African Americans and the founder of Tuskegee Institute. It explores his philosophy on industrial education and the ways he sought to uplift the Black community in the post-Reconstruction era. The opening of the biography sets the stage for Washington's extraordinary journey, detailing how he was appointed to lead the newly established Tuskegee Institute. Scott and Stowe recount the initial struggles faced by Washington in garnering support for the school, as he overcame opposition from both white citizens and influential Black leaders. The narrative highlights Washington's pragmatic approach to education, emphasizing hard work and vocational training alongside the importance of community engagement, as he worked tirelessly to create an institution that would not only educate but also uplift the lives of Black Americans. Through a series of anecdotes, the authors illustrate Washington's deep commitment to improving the socio-economic conditions of his people, laying the foundation for his legacy as one of America's foremost civil rights advocates. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class CT: History: Biography
LoC Class E151: History: America: United States
LoC Class LA: Education: History of education
Subject Washington, Booker T., 1856-1915
Subject African Americans -- Biography
Subject Educators -- United States -- Biography
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EBook-No. 24627
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Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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