Rather than embracing cynicism or allowing his experiences to turn destructive, Obama transformed his family’s struggles into practical lessons that paved the way for his future success.
Though the fantasies and dreams Obama had about his father failed to materialize, they did help the president-elect construct a system of values.
Dreams From My Father covers many important contemporary issues, but reads like a gripping novel. Obama writes like a seasoned professional and vividly brings his family’s tale and the people he met along the way to life. It is rare that a writer is able to convey his sensibilities and perspectives on so many issues and people both professionally and personally. Even rarer for a future US president to do so.
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