Publisher's Synopsis
The Negro and the Atlanta Exposition is a historical book written by Alice Mabel Bacon. The book focuses on the Atlanta Exposition of 1895, which was an important event in the history of African Americans in the United States. The exposition was organized to showcase the economic and industrial progress of the South, and it was attended by many prominent figures of the time, including Booker T. Washington.Bacon's book provides a detailed account of the exposition and its significance for African Americans. She examines the speeches and presentations made by African American leaders at the event, including Booker T. Washington's famous ""Atlanta Compromise"" speech. Bacon also explores the reactions of white Americans to the presence of African Americans at the exposition, and the broader social and political context of the time.Overall, The Negro and the Atlanta Exposition is a valuable historical document that sheds light on an important moment in the struggle for civil rights in the United States. It provides a nuanced and detailed account of the events and ideas that shaped this period of American history, and offers insights into the ongoing struggle for racial justice in the country.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.
