The Three Gifts Of Life : Kessinger Publishing : 9780548849798 : 054884979X : 21 Feb 2008 : The Three Gifts of Life: A Girl's Responsibility for Race Progress is a book written by Nellie May Smith in 1913. The book is a call to action for young African American girls to take responsibility for the progress of their race. Smith argues that girls have three gifts of life: the gift of education, the gift of character, and the gift of influence. She believes that by using these gifts, girls can become leaders in their communities and work towards racial equality.The book is divided into three sections, each focusing on one of the gifts of life. The first section discusses the importance of education and encourages girls to pursue learning and knowledge. Smith argues that education is the key to unlocking opportunities and achieving success in life.The second section focuses on character and the importance of developing strong moral values. Smith believes that girls must have integrity, hon