Up from Slavery: New Large Print Edition

"Up from Slavery" is an autobiography written by Booker T. Washington, an African American educator, author, and advisor to presidents of the United States. The book was first published in 1901 and provides a firsthand account of Washington's life, from his childhood in slavery to his rise as a prominent and influential figure in American history.

One of the key themes of "Up from Slavery" is Washington's philosophy of industrial education and vocational training as a means for African Amer...