mandela, nelson

A profile of South African leader Nelson Mandella based on interviews with his associates, jailers, and others, focusing on his tireless dedication to ending the system of apartheid in his country--a quest that earned him twenty-seven years in prison.

"A biography of Martin Luther King, Jr., with profiles of two prominent individuals, associated through the influences they had on one another, the successes they achieved, or the goals they worked toward. Includes recommended readings and web sites"--Provided by publisher.

Text and illustrations presents a biography of the former South African president best known for his political activism and fight to end apartheid.

Autobiography of the South African leader, discussing his childhood, political career, and imprisonment.

An introduction to the life of Nelson Mandela, the South African president, who spent twenty-seven years in prison for speaking out against discrimination in his country.

Presents a picture book edition of Nelson Mandela's autobiography, which covers his struggles against apartheid in South Africa, many years in prison, and eventual freedom before becoming a leader in his country.

Tells the story of the life of Nelson Mandela, the son of a tribal chief in South Africa whose belief in standing firm for what is fair and just led him to become a leader in his country against the system of apartheid.

A biography of the South African leader, discussing his childhood, family life, career, imprisonment, and election as president.