Book Report on `The Audacity of Hope` by Barack Obama

p Book Report on `The Audacity of Hope` by Barack Obama

Introduction

Hope is like horizon . If one moves towards it , it moves away from one If one moves away from it , it follows one . The two important words that make the title of the book are strange bed-fellows . They have nothing in common , with contradictory interests . But the writer of the book is no ordinary individual . He is hoping to be the next President of USA . Why not ? He has the audacity of hope and it seems he is out to convert

br defeats of America into victory . He exhibits that capacity . That audacity of hope seems to come out of confidence and conviction

Why did I select this book

I selected this book , because the author has the strong possibilities of becoming the next President of USA . He will , in that eventuality , govern the destiny of the people of USA and profoundly impact the process of world peace . It is important for me to know what his views are on the many current issues that confront this country

B . What is the book about

Barack Obama has moved a step forward , how giant is that step will be known in the coming months , with his second book , The Audacity of Hope The first Book , Dreams from My Father , related to personal issues like community , identity and race . In this book , the canvas is bigger and more complex . He wishes to face the reality , which is America . The themes in the book are part of the keynote speech at the 2004 Democratic National Convention . He airs views about faith and values and provides his vision for the future of America . He wishes to repair a political process that is broken (every politician says that . He castigates candidly that the present government is out of touch with the aspirations of the people . In this Convention , Obama answered an array of questions that probably will shape the policy of his administration if he reaches the portals of the White House . The book is the sum-of views

C . About the Author

Apart from his present political credentials , Obama seems to be a special individual , a fine specimen of what a true human being should be . He keeps his ears and eyes wide open , during his travels . This is his College of Self Education , wherein he learnt the practicalities of life and read the pulse of the people . Obama has the barometer of public opinion on various issues in his pocket . Due to this peculiar bent of mind , he has the ready answer for every question . He is greatly inspired by the fundamental optimism of the American people . He is happy to spot decency in American citizens . He is a great family man , loves his children and admires those parents who love their children . He is inspired by his children and molds himself according to their needs and aspirations . The manifesto of Obama , Ilinois 's Democratic Senator , is a fine literary document , which makes reading...