Behind The Scenes: Thirty Years a Slave and Four Years in the White House

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 ...