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Young Girl Reading Book in Classroom, Pleasant Green School, Marlinton, Pocahontas County, West Virginia, USA, c.1921 (b/w photo)
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Young Girl Reading Book in Classroom, Pleasant Green School, Marlinton, Pocahontas County, West Virginia, USA, c.1921 (b/w photo)
684741 Young Girl Reading Book in Classroom, Pleasant Green School, Marlinton, Pocahontas County, West Virginia, USA, c.1921 (b/w photo) by Hine, Lewis Wickes (1874-1940); (add.info.: African American student in The Green School
photo by Lewis Hine); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 33068848
© Universal History Archive/UIG / Bridgeman Images
1921 African American Afro Hine Lewis Wickes 1874 1940 Sociologist Sociology Virginia America Continent
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This photograph, taken by Lewis Wickes Hine in 1921, transports us back to a classroom in the Pleasant Green School located in Marlinton, Pocahontas County, West Virginia. The image showcases a young African American girl engrossed in her book, completely absorbed in the world of knowledge that lies within its pages. The innocence and curiosity radiating from her profiled face is truly enchanting. Her focused gaze and serene expression reveal the deep concentration she possesses while reading. This powerful visual encapsulates the importance of education during a time when opportunities for African Americans were limited. Lewis Hine was not only an accomplished photographer but also a renowned sociologist who used his camera lens to shed light on social issues. In this particular photo, he captures both the beauty of learning and the resilience of marginalized communities. As we observe this poignant moment frozen in time, we are reminded of the significance of education as an equalizer and catalyst for change. It serves as a testament to the determination and strength exhibited by individuals like this young girl who defied societal barriers to pursue knowledge. This photograph stands as a symbol of hope and inspiration for generations past and present—a reminder that education knows no boundaries or limitations.
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