Nelson Usborne Young Reading Series Three

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The complete story of the life of Nelson Mandela, one of the most famous names in modern history. Includes insight into Mandela's rural childhood, his time with the ANC, his fight against apartheid, the 27 years he spent in prison and finally his appointment as South Africa's first black president. An incredibly moving story of how a country's most wanted fugitive became its greatest leader. Written in a simple style for young readers who want to tackle longer stories.

Ever since he can remember, Nelson has longed to go to sea. When his uncle offers him a place on board his ship, the Raisonnable, he leaps at the chance. And from then on, he shoots his way up the ranks of the Navy faster than a cannonball from a gun. Usborne Famous Lives retell the stories of fascinating people, bring them to life so vividly, its as if youre there with them.