' The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling but in rising every time we fall'- Nelson Mandela Celebrated as an international hero upon his release from prison in 1990, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela is one of the 20th century's towering leaders. Mandela rose from poverty, against overwhelming odds, to become president of the richest, most culturally diverse country in Africa. He endured more than 27 years in jail for trying to overthrow a white police state, becoming the world's most famous political prisoner. In 1994, he led vote-less black South Africans from the racist apartheid period into a democratic era. He is an educated man, a lawyer, a democrat, a shrewd observer of human behavior, a disciplined politician who led a military uprising against an inhuman system, a best-selling & wealthy author, & a winner of the Nobel Peace Prize. Mandela personifies struggle. He continues to speak out against global injustice with the extraordinary vigour & resilience of a man who spent nearly three decades of his life behind bars. He has sacrificed his private & family life for his people, & remains South Africa's best known & most beloved hero. But there is much myth around Mandela. His real story is, in many ways, more compelling than the romantic myth. Featuring interviews with Nobel Prize Winners Nadine Gordimer & F.W. De Klerk; Robben Island co-prisoners Ahmed Kathrada, Mac Maharaj & Tokyo Sexwale; Mandela biographers Alister Sparks, Anthony Sampson & Charlene Smith; & Mandela's friends & family, THE LIFE & TIMES OF NELSON MANDELA reveals a story unknown to the world beyond his inner circle. Mandela talks of his love of children, how apartheid affected him, facing the death sentence, how he survived prison, won over his enemies, & overcame prejudice. He also speaks about the pain of his marriage to Winnie Madikizela-Mandela, with whom he had two daughters. In an interview, Winnie talks about her first meeting with Mandela, the last time they were home together, & how she survived torture & scandal Approx run time is 42 minutes. ...

Delve into this perceptive & detailed account of the artist Paul Cezanne & find out how he uniquely bridged the gap between the Impressionist & Cubist movements.

Portraying his life in the context of society at the time, discover the insight into his friendships & family.

Beautifully illustrated with 50 outstanding reproductions & photographs.

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• ISBN: 9781782143680
• Author: Susie Hodge
• Publisher: Hemel Hempstead
• Format: Hardback
• Pages: 256
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Delve into an expert & comprehensive reference book on the life & works of influential artist, engineer, inventor & scientist Leonardo Da Vinci!

Offering a vivid & lively exploration of the artists personal life, travels, artistic influences & historical context in Renaissance Italy.

Beautifully illustrated with 500 outstanding images.

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• ISBN: 9781782143697
• Author: Rosalind Ormiston
• Publisher: Hemel Hempstead
• Format: Hardback
• Pages: 256
• Dimensions: 29 x 23 x 2.5cm













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Delve into this impressive reference book on the life & works of Michelangelo Buonarroti
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