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Rachel L. Swarns presents a detailed genealogical study of Michelle Obama’s family, tracing five generations from the era of slavery to the modern U.S. presidency. The work uncovers the richly mixed heritage of the First Lady—black, white, and multiracial—as well as the identity of an obscure white great‑great‑great‑grandfather who remained unknown for more than a century. Through meticulous research, the book offers a broader portrait of American history and the evolving narrative of African‑American families.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Celebrity Biography
Authors: Rachel L. Swarns
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