Tree Shaker (New York Times): The Story of Nelson Mandela (New York Times Books) - Hardcover

Bill Keller

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0753413280 ISBN 13: 9780753413289

Publisher: Kingfisher Books Ltd, 2008

Synopsis

Through a special collaboration with 'The New York Times', Kingfisher publishes in-depth narrative non-fiction for young readers. Gripping first-person narratives, written by veteran NYT journalists, bring history and current events to life. Full-colour illustrations, photographs and sidebars explain key concepts, and historical articles from the archives of the NYT place events in a global context.In February 1994, Nelson Mandela visited Robben Island, a desolate rock where he had been a prisoner for 27 years. Days later, his ideals would triumph in an election that changed the climate of oppression in South Africa. This inspiring biography looks at the events that led him from his tribal homeland to the centre of the struggle for racial equality in South Africa.

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Review:

"With its striking layout, bright graphics and photographs on almost every page, Keller's biography of Mandela vibrates with the feeling of history come alive."--The New York Times"Keller's vivid writing brings to life his subject and the complex history of South Africa."--The Horn Book Guide"On-the-spot reporting of the end of apartheid, of Mandela's release from prison, and the excitement of the countrys first democratic elections makes this more than the usual biography." --Booklist

With its striking layout, bright graphics and photographs on almost every page, Keller's biography of Mandela vibrates with the feeling of history come alive. "The New York Times"

Keller's vivid writing brings to life his subject and the complex history of South Africa. "The Horn Book Guide"

On-the-spot reporting of the end of apartheid, of Mandela's release from prison, and the excitement of the countrys first democratic elections makes this more than the usual biography. "Booklist""

"With its striking layout, bright graphics and photographs on almost every page, Keller's biography of Mandela vibrates with the feeling of history come alive." --The New York Times

"Keller's vivid writing brings to life his subject and the complex history of South Africa." --The Horn Book Guide

"On-the-spot reporting of the end of apartheid, of Mandela's release from prison, and the excitement of the countrys first democratic elections makes this more than the usual biography." --Booklist

Book Description:

A moving biography of one of the world's most inspiring leaders

About this edition

• Publisher: Kingfisher Books Ltd
• Publication date: 2008
• ISBN 10: 0753413280
• ISBN 13: 9780753413289
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 128