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Nelson Mandela - Long Walk To Freedom (2nd Hand Paperback)
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Synopsis
Long Walk to Freedom is an autobiography credited to South African President Nelson Mandela. It was ghostwritten by Richard Stengel and first published in 1994 by Little Brown & Co. The book profiles his early life, coming of age, education and 27 years spent in prison.
The riveting memoirs of the outstanding moral and political leader of our time, A Long Walk to Freedom brilliantly re-creates the drama of the experiences that helped shape Nelson Mandela's destiny.
Emotive, compelling and uplifting, A Long Walk to Freedom is the exhilarating story of an epic life; a story of hardship, resilience and ultimate triumph told with the clarity and eloquence of a born leader.
Details
- Format : Very Thick 2nd Hand Paperback
- Condition : Very Good (Almost As New)
- Category : Non-Fiction - Autobiography & Biography
- Published : 1994 (This Edition 1995 - Abacus)
- ISBN : 9780349106533
- SKU : B002983
- PPC : SP700gm
- RRP : £14.99
- Quantity Available : 1 only.
External Reviews
'Essential reading for anyone who wants to understand history - and then go out and change it' - President Barack Obama.
'The authentic voice of Mandela shines through this book . . . humane, dignified and magnificently unembittered' - The Times.
'Burns with the luminosity of faith in the invincible nature of human hope and dignity . . . Unforgettable' - Andre Brink.
'Enthralling . . . Mandela emulates the few great political leaders such as Lincoln and Gandhi, who go beyond mere consensus and move out ahead of their followers to break new ground' - Sunday Times.
'A truly stunning account of his extraordinary life . . . A vivid testimony to an unusual mixture of courage, persistence, tolerance, and forgiveness.' - Sir David Steel.
'One of the most life- affirming books you'll read.' - GQ.
'A tale of anger and sorrow, love and joy, grace and elegance.' - Daily News.
The Author
Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was a South African anti-apartheid activist and politician who served as the first president of South Africa from 1994 to 1999. He was the country's first black head of state and the first elected in a fully representative democratic election. He died on 5 December 2013.