DK Life Stories Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela was sentenced to life in prison in 1964 for attempting to overthrow a government that discriminated against black citizens. He was released in 1990 and became the first black president of South Africa in 1994. This biography book for kids ages 8-11 tells Mandela's incredible life, his fight against apartheid, and how he helped bring peace to his nation.

Format: Hardback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 04 July 2019
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

In this kids biography, discover the inspiring story of Nelson Mandela, who became the first black president of South Africa after spending 27 years in prison.

In 1964, Nelson Mandela was sentenced to a lifetime in jail. His crime? Attempting to overthrow a government that openly discriminated against its black citizens. After spending 27 years behind bars, Mandela was released, allowing him to continue his struggle for equality in South Africa-and to become the country's first black president. In this biography book for kids ages 8-11, learn all about Mandela's incredible life, his fight against apartheid, and how he helped bring peace to his nation.

This new biography series from DK goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting people. Full-colour photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, maps, inspiring quotes, and other nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the back makes this the one biography series everyone will want to collect. Each book also includes an author's introduction letter, a glossary, and an index.

Weight: 338g
Dimension: 142 x 200 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241377918