02383cam a22003133u 4500 31322 UtSlPG 20260610133720.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 37014815 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E151 Ferris, William Henry, 1873-1941 Alexander Crummell: An Apostle of Negro Culture : The American Negro Academy. Occasional Papers No. 20 Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2010-02-18 Produced by Suzanne Shell, Stephanie Eason, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net. "Alexander Crummell: An Apostle of Negro Culture" by William Henry Ferris is a biography published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1920. This book explores the life and influence of Alexander Crummell, a prominent Black intellectual and cultural leader of the 19th century. The focus of the work is on Crummell's contributions to both the African American community and broader society through his advocacy for education, culture, and the rights of African Americans. The narrative details Crummell's early life, education, and missionary work in Africa, highlighting his dedication to uplifting the Negro race through culture and scholarship. It chronicles his return to the United States, where he became a key figure in the establishment of the American Negro Academy, an organization aimed at fostering Black intellectuals and promoting scholarly work. Through profound speeches and writings, Crummell addressed the importance of education for African Americans, asserting that despite societal prejudices, they possessed equal intellectual potential. His legacy is depicted as one of empowerment and inspiration, showcasing the need for educated leadership in the fight for civil rights and equality amidst the challenges of a racially divided society. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Crummell, Alexander, 1819-1898 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31322 72168 72168