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Long Walk to Freedom, Vol. 1

1918-1962

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Long Walk to Freedom, Vol. 1

By: Nelson Mandela
Narrated by: Michael Boatman, Kofi Annan
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The riveting memoirs of the outstanding moral and political leader of our time, Long Walk to Freedom brilliantly recreates the drama of the experiences that helped shape Nelson Mandela's destiny. From his beginning in the Transkei to his being taken to Robben Island, this is the remarkable story of how a man rose so far, only to be sentenced to life imprisonment.

Emotive and compelling, this is the story of an epic life. This audiobook includes a foreword written and read by Kofi Annan, Nelson Mandela's Presidential Oath of Office, an afterword from Sharon Gelman, and an interview with Long Walk to Freedom collaborator Richard Stengel.

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Critic reviews

"Burns with the luminosity of faith in the invincible nature of human hope and dignity...Unforgettable" (Andre Brink)
"Enthralling...Mandela emulates the few great political leaders such as Lincoln and Gandhi, who go beyond mere consensus and move out ahead of their followers to break new ground" (Donald Woods in the Sunday Times)
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Mandela's recount of his journey and struggles shows the importance of focus, ruggedness and perseverance in achieving long term goals

Educating and Enlightening

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Insightful, thought-provoking and an utterly thrilling book! would highly recommend it as both an educational piece or simply an enchanting tale

Mandiba!

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Where does Long Walk to Freedom, Vol. 1 rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I've read the book several times but that did not take away from my enjoyment of hearing Madiba's story again! So inspirational! Thank you!

Madiba's life says it all!

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The story is captivating and the narration engaging. I enjoyed every bit of the book. Loved it!

Fantastic book!

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Delivered beautifully and it was interesting to understand the struggle from the mind of such a great man. I look forward to volume 2

Phenomenal

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To truly understand his background and the African nation’s struggle for equality its a must read. Ready for volume 2...

Awesome

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This may be an over used word for madiba, but still the most accurate description. For me, listening to the audiobook made the whole story more powerful.

Inspirational

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I believe everyone should read this book. There are so many lessons and values to be learnt.

Inspirational

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What did you like most about Long Walk to Freedom, Vol. 1?

As an ex-pat of South Africa it was a major eye opener. We were taught history in a way that removed us from reality. Reading Mandel's recounting of what really happened, was exciting and stomach churning at the same time. We acted disgustingly and it is amazing that this man could have forgiven us for it all.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Long Walk to Freedom, Vol. 1?

Mandela's ability to make things happen, first with his school and then with work, and finally with his business interactions with the bigoted whites.

What about Michael Boatman and Kofi Annan ’s performance did you like?

It gave a flavour of Africa, which I miss so much, well read and very engaging.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

It upset me to think that a large portion of my life was lived under a lie. Created by a bigoted nation.

An intriguing learning experience

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This is, by far, one of the best autobiography ever written! It's narrated like a novel, full of political and military lessons as well as key principles of life. This first volume will take you on a roller coaster ride full of suspense and thrills. Take lessons about life in an apartheid state and build an extensive vocabulary from a village boy who became a lawyer then an outlaw and later went on to make history!

One of the best autobiography ever written!

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