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A spate of biographies about the life of Barack Obama have been published in the past two years, including this simple, approachable entry in the United States Presidents series. Wheeler gives an overall glimpse of Obama’s life from childhood to the presidency, beginning with a brief introduction, a time line of major events, and a quick “Did You Know?” page. Following are two-page chapters with photographs that guide the reader through Obama’s life. The end piece of the book offers information about the three branches of the U.S. government, the office of the president, the line of succession to the presidency, and benefits to holding the office. Included is a list of all of the U.S. presidents, their political affiliations, dates of their service, and the names of the vice-presidents who served with each.