The Light We Carry

Honest, funny, wise and perceptive * The Times *The pragmatic hopefulness you find on every page of Obama’s book is perhaps the best reason to go out and buy a copy * Observer *There is plenty of wisdom in this book to help the rest of us * Telegraph *Obama’s gift for brilliant, evocative and honest writing is undeniable * i *Obama’s road map for uncertain times resonates in ways that other self-help books do not * New York Times *The former First Lady’s follow-up to Becoming is the soothing balm we all need right now * Grazia *Ideal for anyone looking to give the gift of wisdom * Woman & Home *Expect wisdom and insight from the former first lady as we continue to navigate uncertain times * Stylist *A powerful look at how to work though fear, and will inspire readers to take a step back to reflect and recharge * Waitrose Weekend *

Michelle Obama served as First Lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017. A graduate of Princeton University and Harvard Law School, Mrs. Obama started her career as an attorney at the Chicago law firm Sidley & Austin, where she met her future husband, Barack Obama. She later worked in the Chicago mayor’s office, at the University of Chicago, and at the University of Chicago Medical Center. Mrs. Obama also founded the Chicago chapter of Public Allies, an organization that prepares young people for careers in public service. She is the author of the #1 global bestseller Becoming and the #1 national bestseller American Grown. The Obamas currently live in Washington, D.C., and have two daughters, Malia and Sasha.