Mandela, Nelson
Long Walk To Freedom
- ISBN 13:
- 9781408703113
- author:
- Mandela, Nelson
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Little, Brown
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 640
- Dimensions:
- 23.8 x 16.4 x 5.8 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Political, Countries & Regions,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Nelson Mandela's autobiography is a powerful and moving account of his life's work. Since his release from prison in 1990, Mandela has been at the forefront of South Africa's transition to democracy, earning him international recognition as a champion of human rights and racial equality. Born into a traditional tribal culture, Mandela was shaped by the harsh realities of apartheid, which he later fought against with remarkable courage and conviction. In this book, he recounts his early years as a student and law clerk in Johannesburg, his slow awakening to politics, and his pivotal role in the rebirth of the African National Congress. Through vivid and engaging prose, Mandela brings to life the tumultuous decades that followed, including his dramatic underground work, the Rivonia Trial, and his eventual presidency. A deeply personal and thought-provoking account, this autobiography is a testament to Mandela's enduring legacy as a leader and a symbol of hope for a better future.