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Gr 4–7—His real first name was Rolihlahla, meaning "tree-shaker" or "troublemaker." When seven-year-old Rolihlahla Mandela went to a British-style school, his teacher gave him the "proper" English name of Nelson to replace his "inferior" African name. This detailed biography covers his entire life, taking time to explore the myriad events that led to his being the face of the anti-apartheid movement. While he is lauded as a hero, Mandela is also humanized, his mistakes given as much space as his accomplishments. The book is heavily illustrated with com...Log In or Sign Up to Read More