In the Words of Nelson Mandela [Hardcover]

Jennifer Crwys-Williams (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1998

Through his words and actions, Nelson Mandela has been embraced worldwide as our leading symbol of courage, hope and reconciliation. 'In the Words of Nelson Mandela' is a unique collection of quotations from one of the most admired men on the planet. His thoughts on subjects as diverse as humanity, friendship, oppression and freedom provide valuable insights into the man and all he stands for. By turns moving, revealing, humourous and wise, this book eloquently conveys his warmth and dignity, and his words are certain to inspire and give strength to all who read them. On freedom: 'To be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the lives of others' On boxing: 'My greatest regret in life is that I never became the heavyweight boxing champion of the world' On self-respect: 'If you are in harmony with yourself, you may meet a lion without fear, because he respects anyone with self-confidence'

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Jennifer Crwys-Williams is a pioneering South African journalist, magazine editor, radio and television presenter. Since 1994 she has hosted her own shows in South Africa, interviewing world famous figures - including Nelson Mandela. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Jennifer Crwys-Williams has hosted her own television and radio shows in South Africa, interviewing world figures, including Nelson Mandela. She is the editor of several books, including The Penguin Dictionary of South African Quotations and South African Dispatches: Two Centuries of the Best of South African Journalism.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 112 pages
• Publisher: Citadel (January 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1559724927
• ISBN-13: 978-1559724920
• Product Dimensions: 6.3 x 6.2 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,795,982 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

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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars You shall know him by his words... a wonderful compilation, February 3, 1999

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This review is from: In the Words of Nelson Mandela (Hardcover)

This short compilation of Nelson Mandela's words provides wonderful insights into the man, the politician, the philosopher - from his youth to today. They show him as a a warm and simple human being, a tough and principled leader, as an elder among his people and as a man of wisdom. He has much to teach us. The book doubles as a quick read and a reference, as the quotes are sorted by topic.