Booker T. Washington : the master mind of a child of slavery an appealing life story rivaling in its picturesque simplicity and power those recounted about the lives of Washington and Lincoln. A biographical tale destined to live in history and furnish an inspiration for present and future generations; a human interest story depicting the life achievements of a great leader of a rising race / By Frederick E. Drinker, editor and author. Splendidly illustrated with photographic pictures.
| Author/creator | Drinker, Frederick E. author. |
| Other author | Walker, Samuel R., autographer, former owner. |
| Other author | Armistead, V.A., autographer, former owner. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | Memorial ed. |
| Publication Info | [Philadelphia] : [Printed by National Pub. Co.], [©1915] |
| Description | viii, 32 unnumbered pages of plates, [17]-320 pages : illustrations, portraits ; 22 cm |
| Subjects |
| Local note | Joyner Rare copy autographed by Samuel R. Walker on front flyleaf: "Property of Samuel R. Walker, bought of [sic] Rev. [illegible], April 20th, 1916, Great Falls, S.C." and autographed by V.A. Armistead on front endpaper: "Loaned by V.A. Armistead, Feb. 17, 1950." |
| General note | Plates printed on both sides. |
| General note | "Showing what one man born in slavery and obscurity accomplished by perserverance and sheer force of personal effort, which shines forth as a Beacon Light for every Colored American and as a guide to further development." --Title page. |
| Acquisitions source | Joyner Rare copy gift of John Lawrence, 8/17/2023 |
| LCCN | 16002034 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | Rare Collection | E185.97 .W17 1915 | ✔ Available | Request Material |