Up from Slavery
by Booker T. Washington
Washington's autobiography: from slavery to founding Tuskegee, with his philosophy of self-help, work and practical education. Historically contested, enduringly readable.
Read it if…
you want a classic American self-help narrative in context.
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Skip it if…
you want contemporary thinking on race.
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Three things you will actually use
- Do the task in front of you perfectly.
- Dignity in labor.
- Build institutions.
Do this first
Read the chapter on his entrance exam, sweeping a room.
Our verdict
Tuskegee's founder.
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