Best books by Nelson Mandela that you must read
When it comes to world leaders, Nelson Mandela is hugely regarded as one of the most powerful ones. Convicted for charges of sabotage and opposing the apartheid movement in South Africa, he served 27 long years behind bars and still didn't give up on the hope of a better future. Today, let's remember him with his top five books.
'Long Walk to Freedom'
This book explains every aspect of Mandela's life, right from his early years as an impoverished student to his political awakening. It also reveals the breakup of his first marriage, separations from his children, the political warfare, and the 27-year-long term he lived during his imprisonment. All in all, it's a pretty straightforward read for those looking to dig deeper into his life.
'Conversations with Myself'
This fine print is a collection of his speeches, letters, private-recorded interactions, and journals that capture his thoughts, vision, hardships, and victories. Offering a unique and more informative insight into his life, this book conveys the heroic side of the legend, forged between the struggle for freedom and justice. The snippets have been chosen quite carefully to give readers access to Mandela's mind.
'Notes to the Future'
Notes to the Future is a short and crisp book about quotes, essays, speeches, and letters by Nelson Mandela. It also features his Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech from 1993, making it a fun read for those looking for some inspiration. A large chunk of the quotes mentioned in the book comes from the time he served in prison.
'The Prison Letters of Nelson Mandela'
This book is a magnificent collection of all the letters written by the anti-apartheid activist during various points in his lifetime. It takes into account all his writings when he was in Pretoria Local Prison in 1962, Robben Island Prison in 1964, Pollsmoor Prison in 1982, and Victor Verster Prison in 1988. The letters are painful and moving. Grab for a powerful read.
'In His Own Words'
Another memoir of his great speeches, In His Own Words speaks about freedom, equality, and human dignity. The book also covers subjects including culture and diversity, international peace, democracy and development, and freedom and reconciliation. His words are moving and well-articulated, making it one of the best books on and by him. Check out more such book recommendations.
