Dreams from My Father by Barack Obama
This memoir explores the life of a man who grew up in a multicultural family, with a Kenyan father and an American mother. The narrative delves into his early years in Hawaii and Indonesia, his self-discovery and racial awakening in Chicago, and his journey to Kenya to learn more about his father's heritage. The book provides an introspective look at the author's struggle with his racial identity, his relationship with his family, and his path to finding his place in the world.
The 1801st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 300-450
- Words
- 153,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 3rd on The 100 Best Books of the Decade(2000) (Times)
- 25 acclaimed international writers choose 25 of the best books from the last 25 years (Wasafiri Magazine)
- Books of the Decade (The Guardian)
- The 100 Best Nonfiction Books of All Time (The Guardian)
- 25 Books by Black Authors You Should Read This February (Oprah Daily)