Product ReviewsThe Audacity of Hope : Thoughts on Reclaiming the American Dream by Barack. Obama (2006, Hardcover)

Autographed Copy of Audacity of Hope by Barack Obama

After reading this book of Obama, I felt that I wanted to get an autographed copy. I had a friend of mine who is an expert on autographs look at the two up for auction and he informed that autograph was truely Obama.

I felt that Barack Obama just might become our next head of the free county. I found the book to be most exciting. I met Obama a little over a year ago and was very impressed with him. So it made since that I read the book. It was a life story and and a current on how he feels about this country. I would recommend anyone to pick up Obama book to just get a good idea of someone elses view. You know JF Kennedy was the only other president that only held a one term as a Senator and then became one of our most outstanding President in history. Read this Book and if you can get an autographed copy and put if away. If he is not going to become President this next election you can be sure he will before long.Read full review...

A good book, well written, but not a difinitive source

Let me begin by saying that I love President Obama, I am a teacher so I want to learn as much as I can about the guy so I can present accurate information to my students.Now the review. The book is good, but rarely does Obama take a stance on where he stands with the issues put forth in the chapter titles. The book is extremely well written, or well edited, in whatever case I think I am smarter having read it. If you enjoy this genre of book,you will most certainly enjoy Mr. Obama's book, however if this is not your typical read, it may be a slow process to muddle through each side of the topics Obama painstakingly describes. Either way, enjoy!Read full review...

Audacity of Hope

I became interested in Barack Obama after seeing him on Meet The Press and wanted to know more about him. At the same time the title of his book caught my attention as hope is hard to find these days.

Mr. Obama is very articulate and thoughtful in his presentation. He takes you from the campaign trail in Illinois to the US Senate with many down to earth observations along the way. He really makes you feel like he understands the problems of the day, of the people he represents, and these problems relate in the big picture.

If you hate politics and everything about politics this will be a tough read. This book does go beyond the politics from time to time and the underlying message is worth your time.Read full review...

Barak Obama's hope for our future

I recently purchased the book, "The Audacity of Hope" by Barak Obama and it is one of the best political books ever written. I particularly like the way he reminisces about his childhood and all the diversity in his family. It shows the common man theme throughout. He makes you believe he is "one of the people"; which allows you to believe what he says as truth. He has a great idea of a future democracy that is based on the original ideas of our founding fathers. This book was purchased as a gift and since getting it three of our family and friends have requested information on where to get it. Some have even called dibs on reading it after we finished it. Barak Obama is the 21st century FDR. He wants to do away with racism and sterotyping and economic classification. He has great ideas and I hope he will be successful in his endeavor to make America a better place for our children and grandchildren. My favorite thing that he practices is every day he asks himself and his family "How can I be of service to someone today?" "How can I make life easier or better for someone else?". If we all thought like that the world would indeed be a better place. I highly recommend this book!Read full review...

The Audacity of Hope by Barack Obama

I am not a literature critic, nor I pretend to be one. I am an avid reader and I read like I imagine all readers do, what appeals to them. First of all politically speaking I am an independent, and knowing as little as I did of Obama, the reading of this book prior to election day was a must. My goal was not to focus of the literally expertise of Obama, but more so to capture a vision, a plan the man.

I believe the book to be a refreshing reading and denotes the deeply rooted social conciousness of the author, it is certainly a book for every american to read.

Jose AmezagaRead full review...

Best book I've read in years!!

I bought this book with hope already in my heart, and a wonderful feeling about Senator Obama. Having read the book, both are reinforced. He not only speaks the truth, but says things in such a way as to enlighten the readers and make them see things they might not have thought of before. Everyone should read this book. If I had my way it would be required reading!! Whether he is ever a presidential candidate or not (and I hope he is), this man gives all of us hope for the future of a better country, one run by people at the top who can actually talk, but also walk the walk!!Read full review...

President Obama's Audacity to Write the Truth

Very rarely are truth-telling books great reads; but, this one is, by the US Junior Senator Barack Obama. Many believe that this Senator would make a good Vice Presidential or Presidential candidate in 2008. If you are one among them, this book will solidify your belief. If you are not convinced that A Junior US Senator or a man of color has got what it takes to be elected to one of those intelligence and conviction requiring offices, then this text should sway you.

Sen. Obama speaks directly and forthrightly, which in and of itself is refreshing, about his insights into American culture. Pointedly with the acumen of a senior US official, Obama's "Audacity" speaks necessary truths about the US. I nodded in agreement with Sen. Obama throughout his text. He's a good writer who shows he's more of an older wiser man than his physical appearance. I'd call this his 'campaign book'.Read full review...

The Audacity of Hope by Barack Obama

I put this one in the "know your enemy" category. Since Barack Obama committed to publishing this text we have a significant mass of statements that he has made which he can not disavow. Reading the text also allows the reader to get a solid perspective of the author's style of negotiation and influence.Read full review...

Excellent Reading

As a prolific reader, I enjoy reading. I believe this book is one of President Obama's best. He has laid out the in's and outs of our government from his prospective. The book was written with forethought and truth. I believe anyone who reads it will have a great deal of respect for our President and understand him and why he chose to be President of the United States of America. I for one will be forever grateful for his service to our Country and our Government. Thank you Mr. PresidentRead full review...

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Christopher Lee Rhyne Review 175

Barack Obama his personal issues and outlook on hope, his emphasize and conflict inspired his devotion. Obama's memoirs and identity carries leadership in our country as president. Books pre politic views are strong self intelectual, he never strides from his positive or negative issues.

Obama's political views in chapter four talks about the welfare of this country. Reclaiming the American dream, his passion in this book, his high priority, his thoughts on school systems can best be discribed as impressive. Obama's insights on Washington house & senate, childrens welfare and literacy. The Audacity of Hope observes originality and an outlook of the American worker, free trade agreement, renewable energy & a message about our current America.

Obama reaches a new hope to read about and maybe the first time to think for a moment. There's nothing wrong with that, to set back and think. I rated book 5*****, President Obama has plain vision and sometimes simple writing is clear writing.Read full review...