Character Building
Written by Booker T. Washington
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Booker T. Washington was one of the most prominent leaders in advancing African-American civil rights. Born into slavery and freed as a young boy, he rose through the ranks of education to eventually earn his position as principal of Tuskegee. Under his guidance, the school was built, by students and for students, to give them a deeply meaningful education. Mr. Washington stressed the importance of developing oneself for life-long success. He strived to imbue in his students the highest personal standards, and these speeches represent the core messages he gave.
(Originally published by Doubleday, Page & Co., NY, in 1902. Summary by Luke Sartor)
Booker T. Washington
Booker T. Washington (1856–1915) was a prominent figure in the African American community and a champion of higher education. He was born into slavery and obtained freedom shortly after the Emancipation Proclamation. As a child, he worked manual jobs to help support his family, but aspired to receive a formal education. He enrolled in Hampton Normal Agricultural Institute in Virginia and thrived as a student. After graduating, Washington embarked on a career as a lecturer and leader of the Tuskegee Institute. He also worked as a political advisor to presidents Theodore Roosevelt and William Taft.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Since my early youth I have been interested in the life of Booker T. Washington. Not only have I learned to sweep a room, but I’ve applied both the Bible and a bit of Washington’s teachings in my life, and found that I have gained respect and praise from respectable people.
But thus far I have failed to keep a lot of these values. I found myself wandering about Scribd looking for a book on manners, and lo! I set my eyes on this audiobook! I couldn’t stop listening until I was done. I will be listening to it again tonight.
I have recommended this book to others, and will thrice again be listening to this with my fellow youth.
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