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First edition, first printing, signed by the author on the title page. The Audacity of Hope was the second book written by Obama, following Dreams from My Father in 1995. Topping the best-seller lists, the book helped to further bolster the reputation of the Illinois senator, who declared his candidacy for the presidency a few months after publication. Octavo. Original black boards, spine lettered in gilt, light brown endpapers. With dust jacket. Unclipped jacket with a few specks of soiling, else a fine copy in fine jacket.

This book explores Barack Obama's thoughts on reclaiming the American Dream, presenting his vision on political issues.