Publication

2012 - Oxford University Press, Oxford, Illinois

Language

English

Word Count

52,500 words, Guess

Page Count

210 pages

Identifiers

and 2 more
  • Better World Books9780199740222
  • Open LibraryOL24906673M

Classifications

  • DDC345.680231
  • LCCKTL42.R58 B76 2012
  • LCCKTL42.R58B76 2012

Description

When South Africa's apartheid government charged Nelson Mandela with planning its overthrow in 1963, most observers feared that he would be sentenced to death. But the support he and his fellow activists in the African National Congress received during his trial not only saved his life, but also enabled him to save his country. This book recreates the trial. It shows how outstanding advocacy and widespread public support backfired on apartheid leaders. Despite his 27 year incarceration, Mandela's ultimate release helped move his country from the racial tyranny of apartheid toward democracy.

Subjects

Topics

History345.680231Trials, litigationKtl42.r58 b76 2012South africa, historyMandela, nelson, 1918-2013Trials (Political crimes and offenses)

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Times

Series Statement

  • Pivotal moments in world history

Other Editions

  • Saving Nelson Mandela: [the Rivonia trial and the fate of South AfricaOxford University Press2012-01-01

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