mandela, nelson

"An unforgettable portrait of one of the most inspiring historical figures of the twentieth century, published on the centenary of his birth. Arrested in 1962 as South Africa's apartheid regime intensified its brutal campaign against political opponents, forty-four-year-old lawyer and African National Congress activist Nelson Mandela had no idea that he would spend the next twenty-seven years in jail. During his 10,052 days of incarceration, the future leader of South Africa wrote a multitude of letters to unyielding prison authorities, fellow activists, government officials, and, most memorably, to his courageous wife, Winnie, and his five children. Now, 255 of these letters, many of which have never been published, provide exceptional insight into how Mandela maintained his inner spirits while living in almost complete isolation, and how he engaged with an outside world that became increasingly outraged by his plight. Organized chronologically and divided by the four venues in which he was held as a sentenced prisoner, The Prison Letters of Nelson Mandela begins in Pretoria Local Prison, where Mandela was held following his 1962 trial..."--.

This book tells the stories of political prisoners, both past and present.

Born into African royalty, he became an international hero for his sacrifices in the fight against apartheid. After decades in jail, he emerged as the leader of his reborn nation. Journey to freedom alongside one of the most compelling figures of the 20th century. Learn the remarkable story of his life, from his idyllic childhood through his years of imprisonment to his triumphant election as president of South Africa.

A biography of Nelson Mandela, South African anti-apartheid activist, political prisoner, and president.

Depicts the youthful Nelson Mandela and reveals his revolutionary commitment to destroy the corrupt and evil state of apartheid. Describes the years as a fugitive, his undercover life, and the secret operations that led up to his imprisonment. Includes a timeline, chapter notes, and an index.

Biography of Nelson Mandela, political prisoner for much of his adult life who later became the first black to become president of post-apartheid South Africa.

A graphic novel biography of Nelson Mandela, discussing his childhood, his efforts to end apartheid, and how he overcame 27 years as a political prisoner to become the President of South Africa.

Nelson Mandela's fight to end apartheid in South Africa is a riveting story of hardship, courage, and triumph. One of the great moral leaders of modern history, Mandela never gave up his struggle against racial oppression. Through Mandela's own words, primary documents, photographs, and engaging text, readers will learn about his early life in a small village, the stirrings of his political consciousness, his twenty-seven years of imprisonment for defying apartheid, and the events leading to his election as the first black president of South Africa. The book also explores Mandela's legacy of justice, equality, and dignity, which has inspired people to action around the globe.

Chronicles the life and career of Nelson Mandela, a South African lawyer who became president of South Africa after fighting against years of injustices to his people.

Introduction to the personal life and political career of Nelson Mandela, a champion for peace in South Africa, including his childhood, activities with the ANC, married life, time in prison, presidential term, legacy, and more.