Nelson Mandela: "No Easy Walk to Freedom"

by Barry Denenberg

Overview

From his humble beginnings in rural South Africa to his tragic death at age 95 in 2013, Nelson Mandela's life is a tale of inspiration and courage. The most up-to-date biography of Nelson Mandela.

This powerful biography provides an in-depth look at Nelson Mandela who grew up in a rural village in South Africa under racist apartheid rule--a regime heultimately helped overthrow.Denenberg explores the history of South Africa and its often violent struggle for civil rights, while tracing Mandela's role in that history. Lawyer, leader of the African National Congress, political prisoner who spent 26 years in jail, president--no one else has had such enormous influence on his fellow South Africans. Even beyond South Africa Nelson Mandela influenced freedom fighters everywhere.This latest biography traces Mandela's complete life story

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780545726368
Publisher:	Scholastic, Inc.
Publication date:	12/27/2013
Sold by:	Scholastic, Inc.
Format:	eBook
Pages:	240
Sales rank:	302,294
Lexile:	990L (what's this?)
File size:	8 MB
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

About the Author

Barry Denenberg is a critically acclaimed author of nonfiction and historical fiction. His historical fiction books include titles in the Dear America, My Name Is America, and Royal Diaries series, many of which have been named NCSS/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young People. His nonfiction books have covered a wide array of topics, from Anne Frank to Elvis Presley.Barry Denenberg lives in Bedford, New York, with his wife and daughter.

Editorial Reviews

According to PW , ``Well chosen emblematic quotes are effectively woven into . . . this vivid and swiftly paced biography. Denenberg grabs and holds readers as he steadily leads them through the thicket of details that comprise Mandela's life.'' Ages 8-14. (Sept.)

Publishers Weekly - Publisher's Weekly

Gr 5-8-- A chronological account of Nelson Mandela's life, from his youth through his adulthood to his ultimate release from prison on February 11, 1990. Readers are guided on a journey that includes events, most of which are reflections of South African life as seen through Mandela's eyes. Always evident is the harshness of apartheid and black South African life in general. The text, executed with accuracy and simplicity, includes significant historical events that influenced both white and black South Africans. Readers will be able to understand what lead to Mandela's imprisonment as well as his release. Numerous black-and-white photographs are appropriately incorporated throughout, adding dimension to the printed material. The bibliography is lengthy, and includes adult titles. The chronology and index are excellent. --Courtrina Lewis Stevens, St. Stephens High School, Hickory, NC

School Library Journal

Praise for NELSON MANDELA "NO EASY WALK TO FREEDOM""This [is a] vivid and swiftly paced biography....Denenberg's inspirational tone grabs and holds readers....This engrossing book presents strong background information...." —PUBLISHERS WEEKLY"This text, executed with accuracy and simplicity, includes significant historial events...." —SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL"...here's a forceful biography...shows clearly how and why he rose to prominence...brings Mandela's heroic story up-to-date..." —KIRKUS REVIEWS"...a wonderful read...admirable achievement..." —PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER

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