THE GHOST AT THE TABLE

The Ghost at the Table is a powerful memoir that traces the life of R.R. Mebane—from the innocence of childhood through the unforgiving trials of the streets, the cut-throat world of corporate America and highest level of federal government. More than just a personal story, this book explores what it means to grow up invisible, to navigate systems never built for you, and to keep showing up at tables—dinner tables, boardroom tables, and metaphorical ones—where your presence is questioned or overlooked. With raw honesty and sharp insight, Mebane gives voice to survival, resilience, and the quiet ghosts we carry with us. This memoir is both a witness and a mirror, offering understanding, connection, and hope to anyone who’s ever felt unseen.