Long Walk to Freedom [Paperback]

Nelson Mandela (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 12, 1995

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. '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' Donald Woods in the SUNDAY TIMES

Editorial Reviews

Review

A tale of anger and sorrow, love and joy, grace and elegance DAILY NEWS Indispensable ... [a] unique life-story Anthony Sampson 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

About the Author

Nelson Mandela became the democratically elected, first black president of the republic of South Africa on 27 April 1994.

Product Details

• Paperback: 784 pages
• Publisher: Abacus Little, Brown (October 12, 1995)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0349106533
• ISBN-13: 978-0349106533
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5 x 2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #904,092 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Nelson Mandela was born in Transkei, South Africa, on July 18, 1918. He joined the African National Congress in 1944 and was engaged in resistance against the ruling National Party's apartheid policies after 1948. He was incarcerated at Robben Island prison from 1964 to 1982 and then moved to Pollsmoor Prison, during which time his reputation as a potent symbol of resistance to apartheid grew steadily. Released from prison in 1990, Mandela received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993 and was inaugurated as the first democratically elected president of South Africa in 1994. He is the author of the international bestseller LONG WALK TO FREEDOM.



Author photograph by Andrew Zuckerman © Nelson Mandela Foundation

Customer Reviews

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Autobiography I've read, April 28, 2010

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Tom Sanders "Tom Sanders" (Lansing, Mi United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Long Walk to Freedom (Paperback)

Not only a great historical fount of information, but a surprising look at Mandela the human being. Couple this with the fact that it is such a page turner that it is agonizing to walk away from and you've got the best book I've read in years.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars every one should read this book, December 31, 2009

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R. C. Kopf "curtis kopf" (Seattle, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Long Walk to Freedom (Paperback)

one of the 5 best books i've read. nelson mandela may be the most courageous leader of my lifetime. like MLK, he showed great courage and inspired millions. like ghandi, he changed his country and the course of history. i thought i knew the story of aparthied but i knew very little. pls read this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing must-read for all!, July 23, 2011

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Kim (Michigan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Long Walk to Freedom, vol. 2, 1962-1994 (v. 2) (Paperback)

This book was so very inspiring.

It details the hardships Mandela endured and sacrifices he made to end the apartheid in South Africa. I was amazed at the oppression that actually existed for black Africans during this time. And the unbelievable sacrifices Mandela made in order to better the future for his people.

Until you read a first hand account of these national tragedies you can only imagine how hard things were during those times. And it's often harder than you imagined.

The book begins at the time he was born and his early life gives you a glimpse into tribal customs and beliefs. Just this information alone makes it an excellent read. The personal and public sacrifices Mandela made in the name of freedom from racial oppression, and the toll it took on him, are amazing. A definite must read for anyone that enjoys good autobiographies!