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William H. Councill, former slave and contemporary of Booker T. Washington was founder of Huntsville Normal School, now Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University in Normal, Alabama. This short volume consists of short pieces of advice to the Negro workers of his time with some statistical information at the end. Councill reflects many of the attitudes and opinions of his time. (Summary by Larry Wilson)

Delve into the remarkable life of William H. Councill, a former slave and contemporary of the renowned Booker T. Washington. As the founder of Huntsville Normal School—now known as Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University—Councill offers a unique perspective on the history of the Negro Race. In this thought-provoking book, presented in a question-and-answer format, he explores the journey from Africa through the brutal realities of slavery in the United States to the significant achievements of African Americans after emancipation. Covering various cultural fields up to the late 19th...