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Behind the Scenes

Behind the Scenes

By: Elizabeth Keckley
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 Behind the Scenes invites you on an exceptional journey into the life of Elizabeth Keckley, an ex-slave who purchased her own freedom using her earnings as a seamstress. Join us as we delve into her extraordinary journey from servitude to serving Mary Lincoln herself, amidst the elite of government society. This captivating autobiography is teeming with Elizabeths personal memories and fascinating interactions with the Lincoln family and other high-profile figures of the era.Copyright Old Time Audio Art Literary History & Criticism Political Science Politics & Government World
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  • 18 - Behind the Scenes by Elizabeth Keckley

    18 - Behind the Scenes by Elizabeth Keckley
    Jul 17 2025
    Behind the Scenes invites you on an exceptional journey into the life of Elizabeth Keckley, an ex-slave who purchased her own freedom using her earnings as a seamstress. Join us as we delve into her extraordinary journey from servitude to serving Mary Lincoln herself, amidst the elite of government society. This captivating autobiography is teeming with Elizabeths personal memories and fascinating interactions with the Lincoln family and other high-profile figures of the era.
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    39 mins
  • 17 - Behind the Scenes by Elizabeth Keckley

    17 - Behind the Scenes by Elizabeth Keckley
    Jul 17 2025
    Behind the Scenes invites you on an exceptional journey into the life of Elizabeth Keckley, an ex-slave who purchased her own freedom using her earnings as a seamstress. Join us as we delve into her extraordinary journey from servitude to serving Mary Lincoln herself, amidst the elite of government society. This captivating autobiography is teeming with Elizabeths personal memories and fascinating interactions with the Lincoln family and other high-profile figures of the era.
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    29 mins
  • 16 - Behind the Scenes by Elizabeth Keckley

    16 - Behind the Scenes by Elizabeth Keckley
    Jul 17 2025
    Behind the Scenes invites you on an exceptional journey into the life of Elizabeth Keckley, an ex-slave who purchased her own freedom using her earnings as a seamstress. Join us as we delve into her extraordinary journey from servitude to serving Mary Lincoln herself, amidst the elite of government society. This captivating autobiography is teeming with Elizabeths personal memories and fascinating interactions with the Lincoln family and other high-profile figures of the era.
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    33 mins
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