Quote by Jonathan Raban

'Dreams From My Father' reveals more about Obama than is usually known about political leaders until after they're dead. Perhaps more than it intends, it shows his mind working, in real time, sentence by sentence, in what feels like a private audience with the reader.

'Dreams From My Father' reveals more about Obama than is usu

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This quote suggests that Barack Obama's memoir, 'Dreams From My Father,' offers a unique and intimate insight into his thoughts and mindset. Unlike most political leaders who leave a legacy after their passing, Obama's book allows readers to understand his thinking process in real time. The memoir feels like a personal conversation, providing readers with a deeper understanding of Obama than typically known about political figures. It implies that 'Dreams From My Father' grants readers a private audience with Obama, enabling them to comprehend his beliefs and experiences on a more personal level.

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