Barack Obama Books
Barack Hussein Obama II is the 44th president of the United States. He was a community organizer in Chicago before earning his law degree and working as a civil rights attorney. He taught constitutional law at the University of Chicago, served in the Illinois Senate and later represented Illinois in the US Senate. 2008 he became the first African American president and was re-elected in 2012.
In 2009 he was awarded the Nobel peace prize "for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples."
What's The Audacity of Hope about?
The Audacity of Hope is based on a keynote speech Barack Obama delivered at the 2004 Democratic Convention, which launched him into the spotlight of the nation. It contains many of the subjects of Obama’s 2008 campaign for the presidency.
Who should read The Audacity of Hope?
- Anyone interested in American politics and international affairs
- Anyone who wants to find out about Obama’s core values
What's A Promised Land about?
A Promised Land (2020) is the first volume of the memoirs of Barack Obama, the 44th president of the United States. The memoir chronicles Obama’s journey from teenage Honolulu ne'er-do-well to Chicago community organizer and on to one of the most beloved – and mistrusted – figures in American history.
Who should read A Promised Land?
- Anyone wanting to understand modern American politics
- Lovers of deep-dive biography
- Those looking to learn college-age Obama’s strategy for picking up girls
What's Renegades about?
Renegades (2021) documents eight intimate and enlightening conversations between two living legends: the musician Bruce Springsteen and the former US president Barack Obama. These two friends delve into some of the issues that have defined both of their careers, including American identity, fatherhood, class and racial divides, wrestling with the past, and maintaining hope for the future.
Who should read Renegades?
- American citizens concerned about the country’s future
- Fans of “the Boss” and the forty-fourth president
- Music buffs
What's Dreams from My Father about?
Dreams from My Father is a memoir by Barack Obama that delves into his early life, family history, and the journey of self-discovery. Through poignant storytelling, Obama reflects on his multicultural upbringing and explores the complexities of race, identity, and belonging.
Who should read Dreams from My Father?
- Anyone interested in Barack Obama's personal and political journey
- Readers who enjoy memoirs and autobiographies
- Individuals looking for insights into the complexities of identity and race
What's Dreams from My Father about?
Dreams from My Father is a memoir by Barack Obama that delves into his early life, family history, and the journey of self-discovery. It explores themes of race, identity, and belonging, as Obama reflects on his upbringing and the influence of his absent father. The book offers a unique perspective on the complexities of race relations and the American experience.
Who should read Dreams from My Father?
Readers who are curious about Barack Obama's personal and family history
Individuals interested in exploring themes of identity, race, and belonging
Those who enjoy memoirs and want to gain insights into the life of a future U.S. president