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Booker T. Washington

"Up from Slavery" is a powerful autobiography written by Booker T. Washington, a prominent African American leader and educator. In this compelling book, Washington shares the story of his incredible journey from his childhood as an enslaved person to becoming a leading figure in the fight for racial equality and education.

Through his personal narrative, Washington provides valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs faced by African Americans during the post-Civil War era. His determination, resilience, and commitment to education serve as an inspiration to all readers.

"Up from Slavery" not only chronicles Washington's life but also offers a profound reflection on the importance of perseverance, hard work, and the pursuit of knowledge in overcoming adversity. This autobiography is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers and remains an essential read for anyone interested in American history and the ongoing struggle for equality.

Protect Gutenberg. The Outlook Magazine. 1900. 198p.

By James Allen.

Alias Jonas Pierce.. The front cover of the famous skin-bound copy has a label which reads "HIC LIBER WALTONIS CUTE COMPACTUS EST" ("This book is bound in the skin of Walton"); Walton was one of the author's aliases. Some claim that books were bound in the skin of criminals. The narrative is a combination of autobiography and confession, transcribed by the warden, as the author himself was unable to write. It details Allen's life, beginning from childhood and laying out his struggles to find honest work as a teenager.[5] Allen explains how he moved from breaking into shops to highway robbery, and how he attempted to escape imprisonment many times. The book ends with a note from the warden, regarding Allen's state of mind toward the end of his life — Wikipedia.

Boston: Harrington & Co., 1837. 32p.