Hailed as one of the greatest orators of modern times, former President Barack Obama has inspired millions through his speeches. This gorgeous collection--a hearty 704 pages, in a timeless leather-bound edition with a foil-stamped cover and gilded edges--provides a comprehensive look at how Obama's message of hope and change evolved from before his presidency until his last day in office. Today more than ever, these speeches resonate with optimism and keen insights that people of all viewpoints and political backgrounds can appreciate and learn from. Pieces include...

• Pre-presidential speeches that signified Obama as a rising star.
• Speeches from some of the most important events of his presidency.
• His first and second inaugural addresses, all of his State of the Union addresses, and his moving 2017 farewell speech.
• Dozens more, covering the greatest issues facing the United States and the world.