Rafael Cordero: Elogio Póstumo by Salvador Brau

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Author Brau, Salvador, 1842-1912
Title Rafael Cordero: Elogio Póstumo
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Summary "Rafael Cordero: Elogio Póstumo" by Salvador Brau is a biography written in the late 19th century. The book serves to commemorate the life and achievements of Rafael Cordero, a humble educator and tabaquero from Puerto Rico, emphasizing his significant contributions to education and the upliftment of his community. It reflects on the social conditions of the time, particularly regarding race and class disparities in colonial Puerto Rico. In the text, Brau eloquently paints Cordero as a pivotal figure who dedicated his life to teaching underprivileged children regardless of their social status, striving for equality in education. Cordero established a free school that welcomed both white and black children, challenging the racial prejudices of his era. The narrative describes his selfless nature, highlighting his humility and dedication to charity, as he often prioritized the needs of his students and community over his own. Through Cordero's story, Brau emphasizes the importance of compassion and education as powerful instruments for social progress in Puerto Rico. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language Spanish
LoC Class LA: Education: History of education
Subject Cordero, Rafael, 1790-1868
Subject Teachers -- Puerto Rico -- Biography
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EBook-No. 41853
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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