Behind the Scenes; or, Thirty Years a Slave, and Four Years in the White House

"Behind the Scenes, or, Thirty Years a Slave, and Four Years in the White House" is Elizabeth Keckley's compelling memoir of her life, offering a unique perspective on American history. As a former slave who purchased her freedom, Keckley's journey took her from the bonds of slavery to the heart of the Lincoln administration. Her experiences as a successful seamstress led her to the White House, where she became a trusted confidante and dressmaker to Mary Todd Lincoln.