Booker T. Washington by Louis R. Harlan
The Making of a Black Leader, 1856-1901
This book delves into the life and influence of Booker T. Washington during his time as the head of Tuskegee Institute from 1901 to 1915. The narrative explores Washington's political and social strategies, as well as his controversial policies, as he navigated the complexities of post-Reconstruction America. It also examines his relationships with key figures of the era, his efforts to promote African American education and economic self-reliance, and his enduring legacy in the fight for civil rights.
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- Published
- 1983
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 562
- Original Language
- English
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- Pulitzer Prize for Biography or Autobiography (Pulitzer Prize)