A biography of forty-fourth U.S. President Barack Obama, covering his multicultural childhood, education, the influence of his father, connection to Civil Rights, and rise to the presidency after a long campaign, and includes a timeline and glossary.

A multicultural childhood -- Dreams from his father -- Entering politics -- The audacity of hope -- Time line -- Glossary -- The United States government -- Choosing the president --The White House -- Presidential perks -- Facts.