Michelle obama has been by her husband's side throughout his historic presidential campaign, a dynamic personality whether she is delivering speeches or hitting the dance floor on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show,"

Follow the story of a hardworking girl growing up on the South Side of Chicago and how she has inspired our nation to believe in the American Dream that her life exemplifies. In her own stirring words: "America should be a place where you can make it if you try."

Written by David Bergen Brophy, this in-depth biography captures the heart and soul of the First Lady behind the campaign for change.