Children's & Young Adult

Barack Obama

Author: Nikki Grimes

: Raised in Jakarta and Hawaii, Barack Obama has become a force for social change, first as an Illinois Senator and now for President of the United States. This first-ever picture book about Obama follows his life. Full colour.

Today's price: £16.99

Barack Obama: Legacy Edition

Author: Heather Lehr Wagner

Annotation: This new biography explores the remarkable life of a presidential hopeful with full-color photographs, an index, and up-to-date information. "Did You Know?" fact boxes throughout highlight interesting facts about Obama's life and career, and a list of Web sites provides readers with further reading.

Today's price: £11.95

Barack Obama: United States President

Author: Roberta Edwards

Publisher Marketing: Of mixed race and cultures, Barack Obama struggled for years with his identity and place in society. Having found his niche in public service, he has made history as the fifth African American U.S. senator ever to be elected. Now the skinny kid continues his political journey and strives to become the nation's first black president. From Hawaii to Chicago to Washington, D.C., Senator Obama's life has been interesting and inspiring.

Today's price: £4.99

Martin Luther King Jr

Author: Anita Ganeri

In 1954 Martin Luther King Jr was a young Baptist minister.By the time he was murdered in 1968 he had helped millions to gain equal rights.

Today's price: £7.99