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Essential Lives Series
Written by Tom Robinson
Narrated by Christopher Hopkins Ward
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This title examines the remarkable life of Barack Obama. Readers will learn about his childhood, education, community organizer work, and law career.
Obama’s entry into politics is discussed in detail, including his rise from state senator to the first African-American president of the United States. Obama’s family life and societal contributions are also covered.
Color photos and informative sidebars accompany easy-to-read, compelling text. Features include a timeline, facts, additional resources, web sites, a glossary, a bibliography, and an index.
Essential Lives is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company. Grades 6-9.
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Tom Robinson
Tom Robinson teaches high school science and math and has coauthored an online advance placement physics course. He lives in the Seattle, Washington area.
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