Up from Slavery: An Autobiography

De: Booker T. Washington

Narrado por: Rodney Louis Tompkins

Duración: 7 h y 28 m

Resumen del Editor

Booker T. Washington’s 1901 autobiography can be read as a redemption story echoing many similar voices of its time. Starting from the humiliation he experienced as a slave, he ponders the meaning of identity in a situation that seeks to dehumanize. He furthers his story by expanding on his difficulties in obtaining an education and the need for change in our minds as well as societal structures.

Public Domain (P)2018 Museum Audiobooks

Great book

This gave me a perspective that I never thought I would have
Well worth your time Especially if you’re from West Virginia

True American Hero!

This perspective from a former slave should be required reading for all. Booker T Washington overcame immense obstacles working for the advancement of all in a time as divisive as ours. A true American hero!

The great human law that in the end recognizes and rewards merit is everlasting and universal.

The above quote from the closing of the book, shows the optimism and wisdom of this great man who was born a slave and through hard work and determination, became educated, started the Tuskegee institute in the heart of the south and became one of the most loved and admired men of his era. Admired by men and women of "both races" in the north and the south.

It interesting to see how he dealt with significant hardships and obstacles and maintained a possitive outlook, while describing conditions that are unimaginable today.

Critical reading in 2020

I selected this Audible version due to the narrator's powerful and clear voice.

This should be required reading and at least a semester devoted to mining the great truths this former slave discovered in his amazingly productive and impactful life. Had his sage example and advice to both races been heeded, we would not be facing the racial issues we have today.

Great Autobiography

This is a very informative and inspirational autobiography. I listened to the audible version. I was amazed that any man could come from slavery and no education to the heights of Mr. Washington. His life experiences give us all hope that hard work and dedication to our goals can lead to success. His legacy of the Tuskegee Institute is an unbelievable accomplishment and we should all be proud of the work he and others did to build this institution. I found the book very informative and entertaining. I think others will find the book well worth their time to listen to on audible.

speech pattern distraction, great listen

this is a great story, a fascinating perspective on history, from a first person viewpoint. I believe the reader is attempting to imitate the speech pattern of Mr Washington. To my modern ear it is stilted and took me a while to get used to. once I adapted it was great, I could see myself sitting with him and listening.

The great book

Very informative I learned a lot from this book. The narrator did such a good job

wonderful

Loved this story of a remarkable man who ought to be an inspiration to all, regardless of race.

Greatness

Listen to this audio book for the 3rd time in the past year. It’s very inspiring
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Inspiring Story!

I was ignorant to accomplishments of Booker T. Washington and wish I had learned more about him in school.

Eloquent, yet written in plain English without any pretension, Washington delivers a powerful message that states that hard work and merit will always be rewarded regardless of race.