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Nelson Mandela / words and paintings by Kadir Nelson.

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: New York, NY : Katherine Tegen Books, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, [2013], ©2013.Edition: First editionDescription: [40] pages : color illustrations ; 32 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 0061783749 (hardcover bdg.)
  • 0061783765 (lib. bdg.)
  • 9780061783746 (hardcover bdg.)
  • 9780061783760 (lib. bdg.)
Subject(s): Summary: Presents a biography of the former South African president best known for his political activism and fight to end apartheid.
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Holdings
Item type Home library Collection Call number Materials specified Status Date due Barcode Item holds
Children's Book Children's Book Main Library Children's Biography Mandela, N. N427 Available 33111007063338
Total holds: 0

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This stunning picture book biography of Nelson Mandela by Kadir Nelson is a recipient of the Coretta Scott King Honor award.

In this lush, acclaimed book, award-winning author-illustrator Kadir Nelson tells the story of global icon and Nobel Peace Prize winner Nelson Mandela in poignant free verse and glorious illustrations.

It is the story of a young boy's determination to change South Africa, and of the struggles of a man who eventually became the president of his country. Mandela believed in equality for all people, no matter the color of their skin. Readers will be inspired by Mandela's triumph and his lifelong quest to create a more just world.

Resources in the back include an author's note and a bibliography listing additional sources for readers who want to find out more. Perfect for sharing at home or in the classroom.

Kadir Nelson's acclaimed books include The Undefeated, winner of the Caldecott Medal as the most distinguished picture book of the year, Heart and Soul: The Story of America and African Americans, and Moses: When Harriet Tubman Led Her People to Freedom.

Includes bibliographical references.

Presents a biography of the former South African president best known for his political activism and fight to end apartheid.

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