Books Should Be Free
Loyal Books
Free Public Domain Audiobooks & eBook Downloads

My Larger Education

Book cover
By: (1856-1915)

In "My Larger Education" by Booker T. Washington, the author provides a compelling account of his personal journey towards success and self-improvement. Through a series of essays and speeches, Washington shares valuable lessons he has learned throughout his life, offering valuable insights on education, leadership, and perseverance.

One of the key themes in the book is the importance of education as a tool for personal and societal advancement. Washington emphasizes the transformative power of learning and the need for individuals to continuously seek knowledge and skills in order to improve their lives.

Additionally, Washington offers valuable insights on leadership and what it takes to succeed in a competitive world. He emphasizes the importance of hard work, determination, and discipline, highlighting the importance of setting goals and working tirelessly towards achieving them.

Overall, "My Larger Education" is a thought-provoking and inspiring read that offers valuable lessons on personal growth, leadership, and the power of education. Washington's wisdom and insights are as relevant today as they were when the book was first published, making it a timeless and valuable resource for anyone seeking to improve themselves and make a positive impact on the world.

Book Description:
This is a sequel to Washington's first autobiographical book, Up From Slavery, which depicted his early life. He says "This book contains answers to the questions I have frequently been asked as to how I have worked out for myself the educational methods which we are now using at Tuskegee; and, finally, to illustrate, for the benefit of the members of my own race, some of the ways in which a people who are struggling upward may turn disadvantages into opportunities." "The fact that I was born a Negro, and the further fact that I have all my life been engaged in a kind of work that was intended to uplift the masses of my people, has brought me in contact with many exceptional persons, both North and South." Chapter after chapter reveals how he raised money from willing white philanthropists to support Tuskegee Institute, how his travels to study European methods of education influenced him, lessons he learned from fellow negros, and how his patient educational approach differed from what many more radical black activists advocated.


Stream audiobook and download chapters