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Barfing in the Backseat: How I Survived My Family Road Trip
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library
Barfing in the Backseat: How I Survived My Family Road Trip
Image courtesy of the Barack Obama Presidential Library

Barfing in the Backseat: How I Survived My Family Road Trip

Artifact SeriesDomestic Gifts
Artifact IDDO.689244.13
Object Type Book
Author (American, 1945)
Intended Recipient (American, 1998)
Author (American)
Intended Recipient (American, 2001)
Date 2007
Medium paper, ink, adhesive
DimensionsOverall - 3D H 5/8 in x W 5 3/8 in x D 8 in (1.6 cm x 13.7 cm x 20.3 cm )

Physical DescriptionHardcover book with a cover featuring a depiction of a boy with an iguana on his shoulder leaning out of the side window of a minivan and reaching for sheets of math homework. The title is in white towards the bottom left of the cover. It is book #12 in the "Hank Zipzer: The World's Greatest Underachiever" series.
Custodial History / ProvenanceThe item was a gift from a member of the general public to Malia and Sasha Obama 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
Use Restriction StatusRestricted - Possibly
Use Restriction NoteCopyright or other proprietary rights may be held by individuals or entities other than the Barack Obama Presidential Library. The Barack 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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