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Bal the Firefly/ Kresnièek Bal
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Bal the Firefly/ Kresnièek Bal
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Bal the Firefly/ Kresnièek Bal

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.763085
Object Type Book
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Intended Recipient (American, 1964)
Intended Recipient (American, 1961)
Medium paper, ink
DimensionsOverall H 3/8 in x W 10 1/8 in x D 12 3/4 in (1 cm x 25.7 cm x 32.4 cm )
Physical Description
Physical DescriptionHardcover children's book with cover containing an illustrating depicting a cartoon firefly lighting up among blades of grass.
Inscriptions and MarkingsInscribed on end page: President of United States of America, Mr. Barack Obama and to all family, specially children Sasha and Malia! Everyone of us has a light inside us and that light should be allowed to shine and show us the path to happiness. People with that kind of light always carry love inside. May all dreams come true! With all magic! PS: A special gift from author: [author's signature] June, 2010
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to the First Family during the Obama Administration. It was received through the Office of the President and maintained there until its transfer to the National Archives in January 2017 for deposit with the Obama Presidential Library.Additional Details
National Archives Catalog CollectionBarack Obama Artifact Collection (National Archives Identifier 63542091)
National Archives Catalog SeriesDomestic Gifts (National Archives Identifier 66540613)
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Obama Presidential Library. The Obama Presidential Library does not warrant that the use of materials will not infringe on the rights of third parties holding the rights to these works, or make any representations or warranties with respect to the application or terms of any international agreement, treaty, or protections that may apply. It is your responsibility to determine and satisfy any copyright or other use restrictions. Pertinent regulations can be found at 36 C.F.R 1254.62.
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