A model biography, superbly researched and written . . . sure to (become) the last word on this stage of Washington's career for many years to come (History).
A model biography, superbly researched and written . . . sure to (become) the last word on this stage of Washington's career for many years to come (H...
The first volume of Louis R. Harlan's biography of Booker T. Washington was published to wide acclaim and won the 1973 Bancroft Prize. This, the second volume, completes one of the most significant biographies of this generation. Booker T. Washington was the most powerful black American of his time, and here he is captured at his zenith. Harlan reveals Washington's complex personality--in sharp contrast to his public demeanor, he was a ruthless power borker whose nod or frown could determine the careers of blacks in politics, education, and business. Harlan chronicles the challenge...
The first volume of Louis R. Harlan's biography of Booker T. Washington was published to wide acclaim and won the 1973 Bancroft Prize. This, the secon...
The memoirs and accounts of the Black educator are presented with letters, speeches, personal documents, and other writings reflecting his life and career.
The memoirs and accounts of the Black educator are presented with letters, speeches, personal documents, and other writings reflecting his life and ca...
This book according to Benjamin Quarles, is 'of the greatest significance for the study of race relations in America.' The project now draws to a close with Volume 14, the cumulative index to this collections of the selected writings and correspondence of the celebrated black educator and leader.
This book according to Benjamin Quarles, is 'of the greatest significance for the study of race relations in America.' The project now draws to a clos...
The memoirs and accounts of the Black educator are presented with letters, speeches, personal documents, and other writings reflecting his life and career.
The memoirs and accounts of the Black educator are presented with letters, speeches, personal documents, and other writings reflecting his life and ca...
The memoirs and accounts of the Black educator are presented with letters, speeches, personal documents, and other writings reflecting his life and career.
The memoirs and accounts of the Black educator are presented with letters, speeches, personal documents, and other writings reflecting his life and ca...
This is a revealing study of the crucial period in the educational development of the South as it involved the separate but equal" doctrine. It is based on extensive research in newspapers, public documents, official reports, and manuscripts, and it provides detailed evidence that the states studied ignored their obligations to black schools under this doctrine."
Originally published in 1958.
A UNC Press Enduring Edition -- UNC Press Enduring Editions use the latest in digital technology to make available again books from our distinguished backlist that were previously out...
This is a revealing study of the crucial period in the educational development of the South as it involved the separate but equal" doctrine. It is bas...
