A Promised Land Book by Barack Obama

Dive into “A Promised Land” by Barack Obama – Available in Sri Lanka

Welcome to booxworm.lk, your premier destination for the best books in Sri Lanka. Today, we are excited to introduce “A Promised Land” by Barack Obama, a deeply personal and insightful memoir by the 44th President of the United States.

Why “A Promised Land” is a Must-Read

Barack Obama’s storytelling is both engaging and insightful, providing a unique perspective on his life and presidency. His reflections are honest and thought-provoking, making this memoir a compelling read.

Historical Significance

The book offers a detailed account of significant historical events from Obama’s presidency, providing readers with an in-depth understanding of the decisions and challenges faced during his time in office.

Personal Reflections

Obama shares personal anecdotes and reflections, giving readers a glimpse into his thoughts and feelings during pivotal moments in his career. This personal touch adds depth and relatability to the memoir.

Memorable Quotes from “A Promised Land“

1. “I’m inspired by the young people who are fired up about climate change and gun violence and want to see a more inclusive and equal world.”
   • Translation (Sinhala): “පරිසර වෙනස්කම් සහ අවි ප්‍රචණ්ඩත්වය පිලිබඳ කැමැත්තෙන් සිටින තරුණ පරපුර මට දේශපාලනික අභිප්‍රායන් ඇතිකරන්නේය. ඔවුන් වඩාත් අනුග්‍රහය සහ සමානත්වය සහිත ලෝකයක් දැකීමට කැමතියි.”
   • Translation (Tamil): “நான் பருவநிலை மாற்றம் மற்றும் துப்பாக்கி வன்முறைக்கு உற்சாகமாக உள்ள இளையவர்களால் மகிழ்ச்சி அடைகின்றேன். மேலும், அவர்கள் ஒரு இணைந்த மற்றும் சமமான உலகைக் காண விரும்புகிறார்கள்.”
2. “Our democracy isn’t about me. It’s about us. It’s about what we can do together.”
3. “Change doesn’t come from Washington. Change comes to Washington.”
4. “The best way to not feel hopeless is to get up and do something. Don’t wait for good things to happen to you.”
5. “Progress doesn’t follow a straight line or a smooth path. We zig and zag our way forward.”

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About the Book

Title: A Promised Land

Author: Barack Obama

ISBN: 9781524763169

Publisher: Crown Publishing Group

Published Year: 2020

Number of Pages: 768

Binding: Paperback