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A review by qamelion
Long Walk to Freedom: The Autobiography of Nelson Mandela by Nelson Mandela
5.0
What an inspirational read. One of the rare books I simply couldn't put down.
Nelson Mandela's autobiography exemplifies in a unique way the common analogy of life as a rollercoaster ride. There are moments in the book where I found myself wondering if I'm actually reading about a life that has happened in the way it is described. The hardships Mandela had to go through (talk about spending more or less 10,000 days in prison) reach beyond one's imagination in a way that at times it seemed as if you've picked up a very depressing fictional book. And even though there are many pages that can dampen your spirit, Mandela never allows you to close a reading session with that sensation. He brightens the mood with his loving soul on so many occasions that it is difficult to suppress a smile.
This book puts things into perspective. After reading it you'll find yourself yearning for challenges and the wish and motivation to better yourself. Mandela's legacy will live on for quite a while and this book plays a significant part in that.
Highly, highly recommended!
"Man's goodness is a flame that can be hidden but never extinguished."
Nelson Mandela's autobiography exemplifies in a unique way the common analogy of life as a rollercoaster ride. There are moments in the book where I found myself wondering if I'm actually reading about a life that has happened in the way it is described. The hardships Mandela had to go through (talk about spending more or less 10,000 days in prison) reach beyond one's imagination in a way that at times it seemed as if you've picked up a very depressing fictional book. And even though there are many pages that can dampen your spirit, Mandela never allows you to close a reading session with that sensation. He brightens the mood with his loving soul on so many occasions that it is difficult to suppress a smile.
This book puts things into perspective. After reading it you'll find yourself yearning for challenges and the wish and motivation to better yourself. Mandela's legacy will live on for quite a while and this book plays a significant part in that.
Highly, highly recommended!
"Man's goodness is a flame that can be hidden but never extinguished."