Quote by Jonathan Raban

The only book by a modern president that bears serious comparison with Obama's 'Dreams From My Father' is Jimmy Carter's short campaign autobiography, 'Why Not the Best?,' published in 1975.

The only book by a modern president that bears serious compa

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This quote suggests that Barack Obama's memoir, 'Dreams From My Father,' stands as a powerful work comparable to Jimmy Carter's 'Why Not the Best?'. Published in 1975, Carter's campaign autobiography is regarded as the only book by a modern president that measures up to the depth and significance of Obama's memoir. Both books share a personal introspection that goes beyond a typical political autobiography, allowing readers to gain a deeper understanding of these two presidents and their experiences. It highlights the exceptional quality and impact of Obama's work in the realm of presidential literature.

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