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Long Walk to Freedom

The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela

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Long Walk to Freedom

Written by: Nelson Mandela, Sharon Gelman
Narrated by: Michael Boatman
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 The autobiography of global human rights icon Nelson Mandela is "riveting . . . both a brilliant description of a diabolical system and a testament to the power of the spirit to transcend it" (Washington Post).
Nelson Mandela was one of the great moral and political leaders of his time: an international hero whose lifelong dedication to the fight against racial oppression in South Africa won him the Nobel Peace Prize and the presidency of his country. After his triumphant release in 1990 from more than a quarter-century of imprisonment, Mandela was at the center of the most compelling and inspiring political drama in the world. As president of the African National Congress and head of South Africa's antiapartheid movement, he was instrumental in moving the nation toward multiracial government and majority rule. He is still revered everywhere as a vital force in the fight for human rights and racial equality.

Long Walk to Freedom is his moving and exhilarating autobiography, destined to take its place among the finest memoirs of history's greatest figures. Here for the first time, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela told the extraordinary story of his life -- an epic of struggle, setback, renewed hope, and ultimate triumph.
The book that inspired the major motion picture Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom. Activists Africa Historical Politicians Politics & Activism Presidents & Heads of State Inspiring Heartfelt Social justice Socialism

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"Irresistible...One of the few political autobiographies that's also a page-turner."—Los Angeles Times Book Review
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The only hero that I have. Forgiveness, no revenge. A very well written and excellently narrated book.

Great book- exceptional man.

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It was an interesting story of the life of an amazing man. Mandela shared the good the bad and the ugly. He took the reader into his heart and his mind. I highly recommend it know the true history of South Africa.

Very interesting

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Beautifully written, a must read. A great inspiration to all. A message that so many people need to understand, true peace and equality cannot happen with revenge, reparations, affirmative action, etc. But only with equal opportunity and respect moving forward. Thank you very much for your long fight for peace and sharing your story.

Amazing story

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I learned a great deal about Mandela from this memoir! Not sure how he managed to stay on the struggle for so long and not give up. You will surely look at the world differently after listening to this book

So much to learn about this amazing human being

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I listened to this book as often as I could. Truly captivating and inspiring! I highly encourage this for young Minds!

Wow! I can't believe this man's resilience.

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