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An autobiography of lawyer and American First Lady Michelle Obama.

Explores the life of Michelle Obama, former First Lady and child and veteran rights activist.

Former first lady Michelle Obama reflects on her childhood, path to becoming a lawyer, her relationship with former president Barack, her time in the White House, and life after the presidency. She looks back at the struggles of being a woman of color in white male-dominated professions, and how she overcame to succeed alongside her husband. Mrs. Obama discusses her personal initiatives as first lady, including a focus on health, physical activity, and nutrition, while also looking at her dual roles as a professional mom. She finally reflects on her husband's political career, from the early arguments about his desire to run for president to the campaign trail, and finally to his swearing in as the forty-fourth president. Includes a selection of candid photographs.

Former first lady Michelle Obama reflects on her childhood, path to becoming a lawyer, her relationship with former president Barack, her time in the White House, and life after the presidency. She looks back at the struggles of being a woman of color in white male-dominated professions, and how she overcame to succeed alongside her husband. Mrs. Obama discusses her personal initiatives as first lady, including a focus on health, physical activity, and nutrition, while also looking at her dual roles as a professional mom. She finally reflects on her husband's political career, from the early arguments about his desire to run for president to the campaign trail, and finally to his swearing in as the forty-fourth president. Includes a selection of candid photographs.

In 1921, Perveen Mistry is one of the first female lawyers in India. Working at her father's law firm, she finds herself investigating a strange case when three widows of a wealthy mill owner sign over their inheritance to a charity. Suspecting the woman are being taken advantage of, Perveen sets out to uncover the truth. What she finds leads to murder which makes her even more determined to protect the widows.

Thirteen-year-old Trell Taylor's father, Romero Taylor, was convicted of the murder of a girl Trell's age when Trell was just a baby. Trell is determined to prove her father is innocent of the charge, but others don't want the truth revealed. Trell's efforts catch the attention of a dangerous person in her neighborhood and long-buried secrets are uncovered. Working with a lawyer and a reporter, Trell finds key pieces of evidence that were overlooked, leading to a shocking turn of events.

Documents the life and career of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, describing her childhood, family, and education, and the important cases that helped shape her identity as a fierce advocate for equality and human and constitutional rights. Include archival black-and-white photographs.

A brief biography of former first lady Michelle Obama that chronicles her life and career.

"Former First Lady Michelle Obama is a lawyer, a best-selling author, and a powerful advocate for equal rights. From Chicago to Harvard, the White House and beyond, follow Obama's trailblazing and inspiring journey"--Provided by publisher.

Looks at the life of Michelle Obama and how she influenced the nation as First Lady.