“I have learned that success is to be measured not so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which he has overcome while trying to succeed.”
Quote by Booker T. Washington
Work
Up from Slavery: An Autobiography
This book is an account of the author's journey from slavery to freedom, highlighting his perseverance and achievements in the face of significant obstacles. more
Author
Booker T. Washington
Booker T. Washington was an influential African American educator, author, orator, and advisor to several U.S. presidents. He was a prominent figure in the African-American community during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, known for his advocacy of vocational education and economic empowerment for African Americans. Washington founded the Tuskegee Normal and Industrial Institute, which evolved into Tuskegee University. He emphasized the importance of self-help and economic independence over immediate political and social reforms. more
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