Putting the Most Into Life by Booker T. Washington
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| Author | Washington, Booker T., 1856-1915 |
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| LoC No. | 06036185 |
| Title | Putting the Most Into Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Putting the Most Into Life" by Booker T. Washington is a collection of motivational essays written in the early 20th century. This book, adapted from a series of Sunday Evening Talks delivered to students at the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, health, education, and character in achieving a fulfilling life. Washington’s work seeks to inspire readers—particularly those in the African American community—by advocating for industriousness and moral fortitude. In this book, Washington explores various themes crucial to personal and communal growth. He stresses that health is foundational for effective living and argues for the necessity of physical well-being as a prerequisite for productive contributions to society. He also emphasizes the importance of education, urging students to integrate their learning into their everyday lives and communities. The discourse extends to the role of teachers in making real-life connections with their students, as well as the significance of a grounded religious life that informs actionable character. Ultimately, Washington calls for the African American community to recognize their unique contributions to the broader society and encourages individual accountability in overcoming challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | African Americans -- Conduct of life |
| Subject | African American college students -- Conduct of life |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63620 |
| Release Date | Nov 3, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 10, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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