political prisoners

An Argentine newspaper publisher who dared to criticize his government's policy of cruel repression, tells the story of his arrest, imprisonment, and torture.

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

A biography of Nelson Mandela, that discusses his childhood, education, involvement with the African National Congress, years spent as a political prisoner, and his rise to president of South Africa.

An introduction to the life of Nelson Mandela, a civil rights activist who opposed apartheid in South Africa, and became the country's president in 1994.

Presents a biography of Nelson Mandela, covering his early years, his political career and time as president of South Africa, and his civil rights activism. Includes a timeline, a glossary, critical thinking questions, and a list of additional resources.

An illustrated biography of Nelson Mandela, a political activist who was imprisoned 28 years, and the first president of South Africa after apartheid.