The Story of Barack, Vol. 3: Being President (2008–2012‪)‬

TAKING OFICE AS THE 44TH PRESIDENT of the United States at a time when the nation was facing insurmountable challenges at home and abroad, Barack was ready. He had been preparing himself for this moment his entire life, and now it was time for him to face the challenges and fulfill his destiny. The gut-wrenching decisions Barack had to make during the four years of his presidency not only guided the country through perilous times, they also revealed the character of the man. Barack’s re-election to a second term cemented his place in history.


THE STORY OF BARACK, VOLUME 3: BEING PRESIDENT takes you behind the scenes where you can: watch Barack taking bold action to confront the economic crisis; join in his battle to reform the healthcare system and end two wars; follow him around the world, extending the hand of friendship; breathe a sigh of relief with him when Osama bin Laden is finally brought to justice; and feel his agony as he experiences setbacks and defeats. Discover, surprisingly, how Barack and his family keep grounded and live fairly normal lives in the White House. And four years later, celebrate with Barack and millions of his supporters when he is re-elected to a second term.


Barack’s life and times as president are described in compelling narrative and accompanied by many insightful quotations and more than 150 engaging photographs and videos.