Michelle Robinson Obama served as First Lady of the United
States from 2009 to 2017. A graduate of Princeton University and
Harvard Law School, Mrs. Obama started her career as an attorney at
the Chicago law firm Sidley & Austin, where she met her future
husband, Barack Obama. She later worked in the Chicago mayor’s
office, at the University of Chicago, and at the University of
Chicago Medical Center. Mrs. Obama also founded the Chicago chapter
of Public Allies, an organization that prepares young people for
careers in public service.
The Obamas currently live in Washington, D.C., and have two
daughters, Malia and Sasha.
★ "This warm memoir will connect with young readers and inspire
them to value their own stories.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred
review
★ “[A] groundbreaking autobiography. This timeless narrative is a
must-have for any library collection and is sure to be popular
wherever it’s shelved.” – SLJ, starred review.
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