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A riveting, deeply personal account of history in the making - from the president who inspired us to believe in the power of democracy

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In the stirring, highly anticipated first volume of his presidential memoirs, Barack Obama tells the story of his improbable odyssey from young man searching for his identity to leader of the free world, describing in strikingly personal detail both his political education and the landmark moments of the first term of his historic presidency - a time of dramatic transformation and turmoil.

Obama takes readers on a compelling journey from his earliest political aspirations to the pivotal Iowa caucus victory that demonstrated the power of grassroots activism to the watershed night of November 4, 2008, when he was elected 44th president of the United States, becoming the first African American to hold the nation’s highest office.

Reflecting on the presidency, he offers a unique and thoughtful exploration of both the awesome reach and the limits of presidential power, as well as singular insights into the dynamics of US partisan politics and international diplomacy. Obama brings readers inside the Oval Office and the White House Situation Room, and to Moscow, Cairo, Beijing, and points beyond. We are privy to his thoughts as he assembles his cabinet, wrestles with a global financial crisis, takes the measure of Vladimir Putin, overcomes seemingly insurmountable odds to secure passage of the Affordable Care Act, clashes with generals about US strategy in Afghanistan, tackles Wall Street reform, responds to the devastating Deepwater Horizon blowout, and authorizes Operation Neptune’s Spear, which leads to the death of Osama bin Laden.

A Promised Land is extraordinarily intimate and introspective - the story of one man’s bet with history, the faith of a community organizer tested on the world stage. Obama is candid about the balancing act of running for office as a Black American, bearing the expectations of a generation buoyed by messages of “hope and change”, and meeting the moral challenges of high-stakes decision-making. He is frank about the forces that opposed him at home and abroad, open about how living in the White House affected his wife and daughters, and unafraid to reveal self-doubt and disappointment. Yet he never wavers from his belief that inside the great, ongoing American experiment, progress is always possible.

This beautifully written and powerful book captures Barack Obama’s conviction that democracy is not a gift from on high but something founded on empathy and common understanding and built together, day by day.

A Promised Land: A Memoir by Barack Obama

In his deeply personal and revealing memoir, former President Barack Obama tells the story of his improbable odyssey from a young man searching for his identity to the leader of the free world.

A Promised Land is a powerful, inspiring, and beautifully written memoir that is sure to captivate readers of all ages.

The Journey of a Lifetime

Barack Obama's journey is one of hope, resilience, and determination. He was born into a working-class family in Hawaii, and his childhood was marked by challenges and adversity. But Obama never gave up on his dreams, and he eventually went on to become the first African American president of the United States.

In A Promised Land, Obama shares his story with candor and humility. He writes about his early years, his education, his political career, and his time in the White House. He also reflects on the challenges and triumphs of his presidency, including the passage of the Affordable Care Act, the end of the Iraq War, and the killing of Osama bin Laden.

A Call to Action

A Promised Land is more than just a memoir. It is also a call to action. Obama writes that we are living in a time of great division and uncertainty, but he also believes that we can overcome these challenges and build a better future for all.

Obama calls on readers to get involved in their communities, to speak out against injustice, and to work together to create a more just and equitable world. He believes that we can achieve great things if we work together, and he urges us to never give up on our dreams.

A Must-Read for Everyone

A Promised Land is a must-read for anyone who is interested in American history, politics, or the life of Barack Obama. It is a powerful and inspiring story that will leave you feeling hopeful and motivated.