Michelle Obama : a photographic journey

Summary: This stunning book celebrates Michelle Obama, one of the most beloved First Ladies of our time. The photographic journey takes us through her younger years, family, achievements, and elegant fashion, and explores her impact on and place in history. The focus is on 2007 to 2016, spanning Barack Obama's first campaign, with Michelle by his side, to her multifaceted experience during the course of two terms in the White House. The first section touches on Michelle's pre-White House years, from childhood and college to Barack's campaigns. Looking at family life in the public eye and in quieter moments, the book's second section commemorates time spent with her daughters and husband at home and while traveling. The third section covers the First Lady in the spotlight, be it at the 2013 inaugural swearing-in ceremony, official international trips, or television appearances. Michelle's efforts on behalf of children and veterans, such as her Let's Move and Joining Forces initiatives, are the focus of the next section. The book ends by recalling her role as a fashion icon, primarily as First Hostess at official events. Includes 140 beautiful photographs. Complete with excerpts from five historic speeches and inspiring quotes throughout, this unofficial volume is a keepsake visual retrospective to treasure.

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