Booker T. Washington

Booker T. Washington is a biography written by Elbert Hubbard that chronicles the life and accomplishments of the famous African American educator, author, and orator. The book explores Washington's humble beginnings as a slave in Virginia, his education at the Hampton Institute, and his rise to prominence as the founder and principal of the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. Hubbard delves into Washington's philosophy of vocational education and his belief in the importance of self-reliance and hard work. The book also examines Washington's relationships with prominent figures of his time, including President Theodore Roosevelt and industrialist Andrew Carnegie. Throughout the book, Hubbard paints a vivid picture of Washington's remarkable journey and his lasting impact on American society. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of African American education and the Civil Rights Movement.THIS 42 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Little Journeys to the Homes of the Great: Teachers, by Elbert Hubbard. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 076610396X.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.