Dreams From My Father (IRB)

Dreams From My Father is a memoir of the 44th president of the United States, Barack Obama. President Obama wrote this memoir as he was preparing to campaign for senator. This book delves into his past and a little bit about who his parents were. He talks about his grandparents, about moving, and about school. Eventually he goes back to Africa for a period to rediscover his past.

I've always intended to read this book, but until now, haven't had the time. As the first African-American president of the United States of America, Barack Obama is currently making history. But I'm even more interested in how he came to be where he is, and the obstacles that he has had to face and overcome. Many times with high public officials, we either place them on a pedestal or demonize them, forgetting that they sometimes have some of the same experiences that we do. I've never read an autobiography of a politician before, but I have high hopes for this one.