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Long Walk to Freedom

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From his birth in a village on the banks of the Mbashe River in the Transkei to his politicisation and development as a freedom fighter, this first volume of Nelson Mandela's classic autobiography charts the early years of his life, which culminated in his prison sentence in 1962. Emotive, compelling and uplifting, Long Walk to Freedom: Volume 1 tells the beginnings of the story of an epic life, a story of hardship, resilience and ultimate triumph conveyed with the clarity and eloquence of the outstanding moral and political leader of the twentieth century.

497 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1,1994
Series
Long Walk to Freedom

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Format
497 pages, Mass Market Paperback
Published
January 1, 2002 by Abacus
ISBN
9780349116020
ASIN
B0073TU90C
Language
English

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Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela was a former President of South Africa, the first to be elected in a fully representative democratic election, who held office from 1994–99.

Before his presidency, Mandela was an anti-apartheid activist, and the leader of the African National Congress's armed wing Umkhonto we Sizwe. The South African courts convicted him on charges of sabotage, as well as other crimes committed while he led the movement against apartheid. In accordance with his conviction, Mandela served 27 years in prison, spending many of these years on Robben Island.

In South Africa he is often known as Madiba, an honorary title adopted by elders of Mandela's clan. The title has come to be synonymous with Nelson Mandela.

Following his release from prison on 11 February 1990, Mandela supported reconciliation and negotiation, and helped lead the transition towards multi-racial democracy in South Africa. Since the end of apartheid, many have frequently praised Mandela, including former opponents. Mandela has received more than one hundred awards over four decades, most notably the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.

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Nye
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April 26,2025
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i knew a little bit about the horrifying legacy of apartheid. but what i didn't really understand was it's magnitude, scope, and precise ability to cut into every aspect of life. Mandela's account fills in all the details for you in a very (com)passionate way. great quick read!
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Haunt88
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April 26,2025
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A wonderful account from Nelson Mandela, not only of the history of the fight for equality in South Africa but also his own personal thoughts and takes. I listened to the audiobook narrated by Danny Glover. This was beautifully done.
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AzureEmblem
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April 26,2025
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As most of the books based on historical events in South Africa, this autobiography of Nelson Mandela is very educative, eyes opening, inspiring, and exciting tale. It should be compulsory reading at schools and universities all over the world.
A personal story full of courage, great purpose, struggle for equality and fairness. A story of an extraordinary personality of Nelson Mandela, his unique life walk, a long walk..long walk to freedom.

Before reading this book I would highly recommend get acquainted with the complicated historical path of South Africa and read a couple of historical books to better understand some details, concepts, places, names and organisations mentioned in "Long Walk To Freedom".

For me it was a perfect read in a perfect place at a perfect moment. I started reading it in Cape Town and finished it today on my departure from Uganda. This beautiful and thought provoking read accompanied me on my long travel around South Africa - Namibia - Botswana - Zimbabwe - Uganda.
One of the best reads so far during my around the world trip 2023-2025!!
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Bincal
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April 26,2025
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The story of a great man. A man who knew the true value of his country and its rich and varied culture. But what sets him apart from all others is his tireless quest for truth, fearless struggle for non-racialism (of Africans in their own land), his kind heart which could not bear the suffering of his countrymen, and his urge to sacrifice his personal life for the sake of his country and his people.

At the start if the book, it seems like Mandela is just another ordinary African person. However, as we progress in our reading, we are able to see how the circumstances brought out the greatness of "Madiba" - bold, compassionate, conscientious, a true man.
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kiataryu
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April 26,2025
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For me the biggest idea from this book is how much stories we hear in childhood shape our understanding of the world. #howtospeakwithchildren
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Africa’s giant leader from apartheid to democracy. Vision over vengeance.
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TheZester
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Powerful story of an incredible man! Nelson Mandela is someone we can all admire.
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