Becoming
The intimate, inspiring and award-winning memoir from the bestselling author and former First Lady
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Publisher Description
An intimate, powerful, and inspiring memoir; 17 million copies sold worldwide
THE SUNDAY TIMES NO. 1 BESTSELLER
Now in paperback featuring a new introduction by Michelle Obama, a letter from the author to her younger self, and a book club guide with 20 discussion questions and a 5-question Q&A, the intimate, powerful, and inspiring memoir by the former First Lady of the United States.
In her memoir, a work of deep reflection and mesmerizing storytelling, Michelle Obama invites readers into her world, chronicling the experiences that have shaped her -- from her childhood on the South Side of Chicago to her years as an executive balancing the demands of motherhood and work, to her time spent at the world's most famous address. With unerring honesty and lively wit, she describes her triumphs and her disappointments, both public and private, telling her full story as she has lived it -- in her own words and on her own terms.
Warm, wise, and revelatory, Becoming is the deeply personal reckoning of a woman of soul and substance who has steadily defied expectations -- and whose story inspires us to do the same.
*One of Goodreads Most Popular Books of the Past Decade*
Sunday Times bestseller, November 2018
APPLE BOOKS REVIEW
If, like most of us, you harbour a strong suspicion that you could be friends with Michelle Obama, her warm, insightful memoir will make you 100 percent sure of that. Becoming offers intimate glimpses into Obama’s Chicago childhood, her father’s long illness, and her struggle to balance her desire for excellence with her search for a truly fulfilling professional path. It also, of course, dwells on her experiences as a historic public figure. Never overtly political but often satisfyingly pointed, Obama’s book is a profound pleasure, offering a desperately needed reminder that, sometimes, grace and intelligence do prevail.
Customer Reviews
Good read
Liked learning more about Michelle and Obama… two wonderful inspiring people
Absolutely outstanding
Even if she was never First Lady, she would still be my favourite writer. Her ability to convey her warmth and wisdom is incredible. Thank you Michelle!
inspiring for women
Such an amazing lady and so grateful she shares her story in such an interesting and articulate way