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In View of the rather elaborate plan I have sketched, I am certain that some of my readers Will wonder how I expected to be able, in the eight weeks to which my vacation was limited, to cover all the ground or get any definite or satisfactory notions in regard to the special matters which interested me in the places I pro posed to visit. It seems to me, therefore, that I ought to say something, by way of explana tion and introduction, as to just how this journey was made and in regard to the manner in which the impressions and facts which make up the remainder of this book were obtained.
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Booker T. Washington (1856-1915) was born a slave. He graduated from what is today Hampton University in 1875, and subsequently taught there. In 1881 he founded the forerunner of Tuskegee University. He made himself and his school two of the most well-known institutions in twentieth-century black America. He earned world-renowned recognition as an educator, social theorist, and spokesperson for African Americans.
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"The book is as readable for its lively presentation of conditions in Europe as it is valuable for its conclusions."
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1330506839
- ISBN 13 9781330506837
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages405
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book takes you on a journey through the underbelly of early 20th-century Europe, exploring the lives of those struggling at the very bottom of society. The author, a keen observer of social conditions, ventures beyond the typical tourist path, delving into the slums of London, the countryside of Poland and Italy, and the mines of Sicily. Through vivid descriptions and personal encounters, the author paints a stark picture of poverty and hardship, particularly among women and immigrant populations. Yet, amidst the bleakness, a glimmer of hope emerges. The author finds that even in the most desperate circumstances, the human spirit endures, fueled by dreams of a better life and the transformative power of education. This book offers a poignant and timely reflection on the challenges faced by marginalized communities, reminding us that the fight for social justice and equality remains a vital struggle across borders and generations. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330506837_0
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