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This book presents a biography of the black South African leader who became a civil rights activist, political prisoner, and president of South Africa, told in the context of the history of his country.
Quick Summary
This book tells the incredible true story of a young South African boy who grew up to change history by spending 27 years in prison and then becoming his country's first Black president. Readers will be drawn into the jaw-dropping moments of courage, the powerful story of turning enemies into allies, and the behind-the-scenes look at how one person sparked a peaceful revolution against apartheid. If your kid loves inspiring true stories about people who changed the world like "I Am Malala" or "Brown Girl Dreaming," they will devour this biography. This is a perfect pick for kids in grades 5 through 8 who want to read about real heroes who stood up against injustice.