Nelson Mandela: The Black Pimpernel

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Nelson Mandela: The Black Pimpernel is written by Elleke Boehmer and published by Zed Books Ltd.. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 1783601965 (ISBN 10) and 9781783601967 (ISBN 13).

Nelson Mandela - in his incredible transition from one of the world's longest-detained political prisoners to iconic statesman - became an exemplary figure of integrity and moral fortitude. In this fascinating essay, Elleke Boehmer traces the Nobel line of inheritance passed from Mandela to Obama, demonstrating how 'Madiba' emerged as a skilled orator and master of political theatre, characteristics which Obama would later adopt to great success. Looking beyond Mandela the symbol, it reveals the sophistication of his self-awareness, rhetorical style, political astuteness and strategic willingness to perform the roles required of him to achieve his political aim: freedom and equality in South Africa. A unique insight into a man who became a giant of the international stage, and his enduring legacy.