A Promised Land
by Barack Obama
A Promised Land by Barack Obama holds a exceptional rating of 4.90 out of 5, based on 126.8K reader ratings. First published in 2020. The book spans 928 pages.
About A Promised Land
A riveting, deeply personal account of history in the making-from the president who inspired us to believe in the power of democracy.
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 U.S. 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 U.S. 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 b
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Barack Obama |
| Published | 2020 |
| Pages | 928 |
| Kindle Price | $17.99 |
| Genres | Biography & Memoir |
| Average Rating | 4.90 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 126,810 |
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What genre is A Promised Land?
A Promised Land is categorized as Biography & Memoir. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is A Promised Land worth reading?
Based on 126.8K reader ratings, A Promised Land has an average score of 4.90 out of 5.00, which is considered "Exceptional." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is A Promised Land?
A Promised Land has 928 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote A Promised Land?
A Promised Land was written by Barack Obama. It was first published in 2020.
What is the ISBN for A Promised Land?
The ISBN-13 for A Promised Land is 9781524763169.
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A Promised Land is available on Kindle for $17.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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