A compelling four-book set highlighting African American history, Southern storytelling, and 19th-century moral instruction. This collection includes works by Booker T. Washington and Jacob Abbott, as well as vintage children’s historical fiction.

Included Titles:

1. Working with the Hands (1904, First Edition) – Booker T. Washington

A powerful sequel to Up From Slavery, chronicling Washington’s experiences in industrial education at Tuskegee Institute. First edition, published by Doubleday, Page & Co.

2. Up From Slavery (1931) – Booker T. Washington

Washington’s landmark autobiography detailing his rise from slavery to national prominence. 1931 reprint edition by Doubleday, Doran & Co. Ex-library copy with markings.

3. Key Corner (1938, Fourth Impression) – Eva Knox Evans, illustrated by Erick Berry

A charming volume from the Marion Balch series, set in the American South. Illustrated and published by G.P. Putnam’s Sons. Former library copy with stamp from Henry County Library, Missouri.

4. The Juno Stories: Juno on a Journey (1870) – Jacob Abbott

Volume three in a 19th-century moral fiction series for girls. Published by Dodd & Mead. Decorative Victorian cloth cover with gilt and black detailing. Some foxing present, typical for age.

Fair to good for age and use. See photos for more details.