48 pages 1 hour read

Booker T. Washington

Up From Slavery

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1901

A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.

Before You Read

Reviews & Readership

Roundup icon

Review Roundup

Booker T. Washington's Up From Slavery is widely praised for its inspirational narrative and insight into post-Civil War America. Reviewers commend its vivid depiction of Washington's perseverance and contributions to African American education. However, some criticize the book for what they see as an overly accommodating stance towards segregation policies. Overall, it remains a compelling, historically significant read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Up From Slavery?

Readers who appreciate first-person narratives of overcoming adversity and gaining self-empowerment will find Up From Slavery compelling. Comparable to The Autobiography of Malcolm X and Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, it appeals to those interested in African American history and inspirational stories of resilience.

Recommended

Reading Age

16+years

Book Details

Topics
History: U.S.
Race / Racism
Education
Genre
African American Literature
Classic Fiction
Biography
Period
Reconstruction Era
Themes
Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance
Identity: Race
Society: Community