1918-2013

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

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.

A brief biography of Nelson Mandela, an activist who worked to end apartheid, and the first black president of South Africa.

With Nelson Mandela's stalwart deeds and defiance fresh in our minds, this History Makers biography offers a complete narrative of his life and his impact on the world. This title illustrates the difficult and empowering chapters of Mandela's upbringing, his activism, his imprisonment, and his election. Readers will be riveted and inspired by the transformation of a young man seeking to end apartheid to a world leader who continues to inspire courage in pursuit of justice.

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

A biography of human rights activist Nelson Mandela.

Provides a broad overview of the life and achievements of Nelson Mandela. Includes photographs, fact boxes, a timeline, a quiz, and a picture glossary.