Behind The Scenes: Thirty Years a Slave and Four Years in the White House
Enriched edition. The Controversial Autobiography of Mrs Lincoln's Dressmaker That Shook the WorldBy Elizabeth Keckley
Length7h 9m
About this audiobook
In 'Behind The Scenes: Thirty Years a Slave and Four Years in the White House' by Elizabeth Keckley, the author provides a firsthand account of her life as a slave and her experiences as a White House seamstress. Keckley's literary style is poignant and reflective, giving readers a deeper understanding of the realities faced by both slaves and women during the 19th century. Her writing is both personal and historical, shedding light on important social issues of the time. The book offers a unique perspective on the Civil War era and the struggles of African Americans for freedom and equality. Keckley's narrative is both raw and insightful, making it a valuable primary source for historians and literature enthusiasts alike. Elizabeth Keckley's own journey from slavery to the White House inspired her to write 'Behind The Scenes', sharing her story to educate and advocate for social change. As a talented seamstress and confidante to Mary Todd Lincoln, Keckley's experiences give readers a behind-the-scenes look at the private lives of prominent figures in American history. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in African American history, women's history, and the impact of slavery on individuals and society.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.1 (6.1K)
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GenreBiography and Memoir
Length7 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 16, 2017
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Behind The Scenes: Thirty Years a Slave and Four Years in the White House
2Introduction
3Synopsis
4Historical Context
5PREFACE
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6CHAPTER I WHERE I WAS BORN
7CHAPTER II GIRLHOOD AND ITS SORROWS
8CHAPTER III HOW I GAINED MY FREEDOM
9CHAPTER IV IN THE FAMILY OF SENATOR JEFFERSON DAVIS
10CHAPTER V MY INTRODUCTION TO MRS. LINCOLN
11CHAPTER VI WILLIE LINCOLN'S DEATH-BED
12CHAPTER VII WASHINGTON IN 1862-3
13CHAPTER VIII CANDID OPINIONS
14CHAPTER IX BEHIND THE SCENES
15CHAPTER X THE SECOND INAUGURATION
16CHAPTER XI THE ASSASSINATION OF PRESIDENT LINCOLN
17CHAPTER XII MRS. LINCOLN LEAVES THE WHITE HOUSE
18CHAPTER XIII THE ORIGIN OF THE RIVALRY BETWEEN MR. DOUGLAS AND MR. LINCOLN
19CHAPTER XIV OLD FRIENDS
20CHAPTER XV THE SECRET HISTORY OF MRS. LINCOLN'S WARDROBE IN NEW YORK
21APPENDIX LETTERS FROM MRS. LINCOLN TO MRS. KECKLEY.
22Analysis
23Reflection
24Memorable Quotes
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