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Lizzy: The Elizabeth Keckley Story: From Slavery to Being America's First Couturier, Mother of American Couture 1818-1907
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Publisher: Independently Published
Published: Feb 12 2023
Pages: 252
Weight: 0.75
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Born into slavery in Dinwiddie County, Virginia, in 1818, Elizabeth Hobbs Keckley faced unimaginable hardships. Yet, through her extraordinary talent as a dressmaker, she defied the odds. Using her skills and determination, she earned enough to purchase freedom for herself and her son. Moving to Washington, D.C., she established herself as a sought-after modiste, creating stunning garments for the elite women of high society.
Elizabeth's exceptional craftsmanship eventually captured the attention of Mrs. Mary Todd Lincoln, First Lady of the United States, making her the first official dressmaker in history to design for a First Lady. Through this role, she became Mrs. Lincoln's trusted confidante and formed an intimate friendship that offered a rare glimpse into the complexities of the White House during one of the nation's most tumultuous periods.
In LIZZY, readers journey through Elizabeth Keckley's remarkable life and achievements-not only as a masterful dressmaker and self-made entrepreneur, but she was also a single mother, writer and professor who was an instrumental figure in the Abolitionist movement, Civil War and Post-War efforts. Her innovation, precision, and unmatched artistry established her as America's first haute couture designer, creating a legacy that resonates far beyond the world of fashion.
Elizabeth Keckley was a woman of extraordinary resilience, vision, and impact. Her story is one of hope, courage, and perseverance-a brilliant legacy of strength and ingenuity that continues to inspire. - C. Georgina C.
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