Publisher's Synopsis
The Story of My Life and Work is an autobiography written by Booker T. Washington, published in 1901. In this book, Washington narrates his life story, from his childhood as a slave in Virginia to his rise as a prominent educator and civil rights leader. He recounts his struggles and achievements, including his education at the Hampton Institute and his founding of the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama. Washington also discusses his philosophy of education and his belief in the importance of vocational training for African Americans. The book provides a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities faced by African Americans during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and it remains an important historical document today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations.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.
