Includes bibliographical references (page 108) and index.
Contents
On achievement -- "Quit running!" -- Days of cotton -- The prophecy of dreams -- A diamond in the rough -- Out in the world -- The politics of persuasion -- The black brain trust -- An inspiring legacy -- Chronology.
Summary
Traces the life and achievements of the black educator who fought bigotry and racial injustice and sought equality for blacks in the areas of education and political rights.