Edward L. Blackshear at Prairie View (Hardcover)

Language: English

Published by Texas A & M University Press, College Station, 2026

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Hardcover. Many Texans will recognize schools and buildings across Texas bearing the name Blackshear, but few know the story of the man behind the name. Author John A. Adams Jr. seeks to rectify that in the first full-length biography of Edward L. Blackshear, bringing to light previously unexplored aspects of the life and work of a man Adams characterizes as a pivotal leader, educator, strategist, essayist, poet, agriculturist, and advocate in the struggle to advance opportunities for Blacks across Texas in spite of a rigid, post-war white power structure. Born to enslaved parents in 1862, Edward Lavoisier Blackshear seized every opportunity he had to learn, succeed, and raise others up with him as he became a leader and legislative activist for Black education in Texas. In a period deemed as the New South by historians, Blackshear distinguished himself as a foundational leader in Black education: teaching at historically Black schools and colleges in Dallas and Austin; serving as the supervisor of all African American schools in Austin; and appointed by Governor Charles Culberson as principal of what was then known as Prairie View Normal and Industrial College from 1896 to 1915. His tenure at Prairie Viewnow Prairie View A&M Universitywas characterized by leadership and wisdom during tumultuous times. He often worked quietly with Texass power brokers to ensure that the University received the necessary support. Adamss research, focused on archival records and previously unpublished documents, reveals the lengths Blackshear went to help not just the students and faculty of Prairie View, but African Americans across Texas, succeed in a starkly segregated society. Students and scholars alike will be fascinated by this wealth of important material that expands our knowledge of this influential, yet heretofore scantly chronicled educational and social pioneer. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability.

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Title
Edward L. Blackshear at Prairie View (Hardcover)
Author
John A. Adams
Publisher
Texas A & M University Press, College Station
Publication year
2026
Condition
new
Binding
Hardcover
Language
English
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