"Becoming" by Michelle Obama is a memoir that chronicles her life journey from childhood on the South Side of Chicago to becoming the first African American First Lady of the United States. The book explores her personal growth, struggles, achievements, and the balance of her public and private life, highlighting themes of identity, perseverance, family, and finding one's voice amidst societal expectations.
Divided into three sections: "Becoming Me," "Becoming Us," and "Becoming More," the memoir provides a detailed account of Michelle's life, including her early years, education, marriage to Barack Obama, and her time in the White House.