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This book is probably one of the most important books I've read in my life, and I have read many books in my 50 some odd years. The story of South Africa told through Nelson's voice and experience is a book that should be read by all. It captures humans at their worst and at their best. I knew Mandela was a great man before I read this, but I was astounded by his strength of character and his ability to "turn the other cheek in situations where few of us would have the strength to do so.
Some people do change the world. To read the memoir of one of the great leaders of freedom, is a wonderful experience. I am even more impressed by his work now that I know more about his life and the path of freedom he walked for himself and others. It`s a long book, but I don`t regret using time on it. It also has some chapters after his own biography, that explains what happened thanks to his work. In other words: Read this if you want to be inspired or if you want to learn more about apartheid and South Africa!
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This was incredible, everyone should read this - especially white people. So much is still sadly relevant today. From the break down of his experience and thought process that leads him to endorse and plan for violent protest, to the setbacks he consistently meets with hope, to the eloquent way in which he reveals and explains the undocumented power and effect of white supremacy, to the narration of his prison experience - it is a deeply thought-provoking and moving 750 pages.
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