The American Journey of Barack Obama | 
| Author: The Editors Of Life Magazine
Publisher: Little, Brown and Company
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Rating:  23 reviews
Sales Rank: 417
Media: Hardcover
Pages: 176
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.1
Dimensions (in): 10.9 x 9.1 x 0.7
ISBN: 0316045608
Dewey Decimal Number: 328.73092
EAN: 9780316045605
ASIN: 0316045608
Publication Date: October 7, 2008
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For decades Americans have turned to LIFE to see, understand, and remember the most important events and people of our time. Just as LIFE once opened up the glittering Kennedy White House, LIFE now focuses its lens on Barack Obama. The American Journey of Barack Obama covers the candidate from his childhood and adolescence to his time as editor of The Harvard Law Review and his Chicago activist years, culminating with the excitement and fervor of the historic 2008 Democratic National Convention. The unfolding drama of Obama's life and political career is cinematic in scope, and never has it been presented so compellingly. In addition to a powerful array of photographs that were taken by many of the country's greatest photographers (and some that were snapped, in the quiet moments, by Obama family members themselves), this book also includes a Foreword by Senator Edward M. Kennedy, an incisive narrative biography and original essays by some of our finest writers, including Gay Talese, Charles Johnson, Melissa Fay Greene, Andrei Codrescu, Fay Weldon, Richard Norton Smith, Bob Greene and several others. Many readers will find a new understanding of Obama. All readers will feel that they are bearing witness to a singular, undeniably American story.
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The Simple Life of a Great Man October 23, 2008
James Hiller (Beaverton, OR)
40 out of 43 found this review helpful
Many times has it has been said, Barack Obama comes from humble roots: an absent father, being raised by his grandparents in Hawaii, excels and acheives all the way to Harvard. His meteoric rise, the result of a supportive extended family, and a fierce intellect, is inspirational enough. Life has taken that story, and told it again, this time, accompanied by some of the most touching and revealing pictures I have seen of Obama yet.
The pictures span his own life, from childhood to the present, and offer a glimpse into the world of this man who might be about 44th president. The pictures of his childhood are absolutely endearing, and show what a diverse world Obama came from. Growing up in Hawaii, he was often the only student with partial African-American heritage in his classes, and he recounts how kids wanted to touch his hair because it was so different. One picture of his grandmother hugging him at his graduation reveals intense love and pride she had; it's one of my favorites just because of the look on her face.
As Barack grows up, the man that we see today starts to take shape; out of college, this gangly community organizer meets his future wife Michelle Obama, and a glimpse into their love and their relationship shows up in the book. I am always particularly touched by any picture of Barack and his girls. They are poignant, fun, and show Obama in the role he probably loves best: dad.
One final photo in a book of trememdous photos really brings Barack to the everyday man: a picture of him with his feet up, and holes in the bottom of the soles of his shoes. I look in my closet, and see most of my shoes with the same problem, and I realize how much like me, like all of us, this man truly is. Life has created a book that anyone, Barack Obama voter or not, would be proud to have on their shelf, in their collection.
"The American Journey of Barack Obama" by LIFE October 18, 2008
J. R. Crawford (Atlanta, GA (Metro))
23 out of 26 found this review helpful
LIFE has done an excellent job in capturing Obama's "journey"---from the beginning to present! The book is an excellent combination of text and pictures. In addition to summarizing his successful political life, the book also gives a realistic and well-rounded view of Senator Barack Obama's life as a man, husband and father. This book is unbelievable and would make a great gift for family and friends OR for yourself!
Beautiful book, great for gift or coffee table/office regardless of political views November 17, 2008
W. Barker (Seattle, WA)
14 out of 16 found this review helpful
Perfect for : Personal reading, Gift book, Great coffee table/office book
This is an absolutely beautiful book. The pictures are wonderfully candid and bright, and the information contained within the book gives us some wonderful information on the life of our soon-to-be 44th President of the United States. With an inspirational foreword by Senator Edward M. Kennedy, the book starts by allowing readers to see Obama's family tree, showing an impressive seven half-brothers and half-sisters! We then get to see photos (and read information) of his family, his childhood, his school years, and his early career and his entry into politics. As readers, we also get the opportunity to see him as a boy, a man, a teacher, a husband, a father, a politician, etc. This is a wonderful look at a fascinating life. There is no doubt that readers will learn a lot about our 44th President, and they will get to see the many sides of Barack Obama!
My Review:
This is a beautiful book, which contains a multitude of pictures and facts about the 44th President of the United States. It was a joy to leaf through the pages of the book, pausing to read the captions of the pictures, or the information contained on the pages. Regardless of your political views, this is an interesting book, which I certainly recommend!
Characters: As a non-fiction book, the "characters" are Barack Obama and his family. We get to have a candid look at his life growing up, and as an adult. We also get to learn tidbits of the rest of his family, making his story that much more interesting.
Story-Line: This is the story of Barack Obama's life. It is amazing in that his father is from Kenya, and he has had to work hard to achieve his accomplishments.
Readability: The information in the book is easy to read, and broken up into a great time-line with lots of pictures. The pictures within the book are amazing, and fun to look through.
Overall: I highly recommend this book. It is a beautiful representation of an amazing life. Regardless of your political views, this is a wonderful way to gain some insight into the life of the 44th President of the United States. I particularly loved the photographs of him with his wife and/or girls. He seems to be a wonderful family man. This book would be a great addition to a personal book collection, as well as a professional/business collection (why not put a copy in your office or lobby?).
Excellent Collection! October 22, 2008
Urban-Reviews.com (Urban-Reviews.com)
8 out of 11 found this review helpful
The American Journey of Barack Obama is a wonderful retrospective of Barack Obama's political and personal life. The book starts off with a wonderful foreword by Senator Edward M. Kennedy and the Obama family tree. The family tree includes pictures that gives a clear picture to Senator Obama's family history. The text in this book documents the Senator's career from teaching constitutional law to his nomination for the presidency. What really makes this book stand out are the numerous candid photos of Barack, Michelle and their children. There are photos that date back to early childhood all the way to the Democratic National Convention. The American Journey of Barack Obama is a book that everyone should have in their collection.
Reviewed by Radiah Hubbert for Urban Reviews
Great November 3, 2008
C. Long (Michigan, USA)
7 out of 10 found this review helpful
I received the product in great timing and really enjoy the book. Even my 10 year old enjoys looking at the photos and information inside. Wonderful!
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