{"product_id":"behind-the-scenes-9781513271125","title":"Behind the Scenes","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e Elizabeth Keckley reveals the hardships of slavery and the changing political climate in Washington amongst the country’s most powerful couple, Abraham and Mary Lincoln.\u003c\/b\u003e Keckley had unprecedented access, giving insight into their state during and after the Civil War.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eElizabeth Keckley was born into slavery and experienced a traumatic upbringing riddled with physical and sexual violence. One attack resulted in the birth of her son, whom she named George. Elizabeth was a gifted seamstress who used her skills to save money to buy her and her son’s freedom. She ventured North and started a career as a dressmaker to influential women in political circles. One of her most notable clients was Mary Todd Lincoln, with whom she developed a close friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eBehind the Scenes\u003c\/i\u003e is a harrowing story of one woman’s unshakable drive. Despite her limiting circumstances, Elizabeth Keckley earned her freedom and became a successful entrepreneur. It’s an inspiring tale that provides a personal account of one of the most volatile times in American history.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWith an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of \u003ci\u003eBehind the Scenes\u003c\/i\u003e is both modern and readable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Graphic Arts Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51359546114391,"sku":"9781513271125","price":6.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781513271125.jpg?v=1754124976","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/behind-the-scenes-9781513271125","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}