Tree Shaker: The Story of Nelson Mandela

By Bill Keller

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Tree Shaker: The Story of Nelson Mandela

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"He was not called 'Nelson' until he was seven. . . . The name his parents gave him at birth, Rolihlahla, was the Xhosa word for 'treeshaker.' Later in life Mandela enjoyed pointing out that his people use the word to mean 'troublemaker.'" From humble beginnings, Mandela went on to become a revolutionary, the world's most famous prisoner, and the first black president of South Africa. Written by the former chief of the New York Times bureau in Johannesburg. Includes contemporary articles about the end of apartheid and an afterword.

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AR Level 9.5 AR Points 5.0 AR Ready No Canadian Rights Yes Dewey 968.06/5092 Title alpha Tree Shaker: The Story of Nelson Mandela Level Nonfiction Middle Pages Count 128 Genre Nonfiction Summary Written by a journalist and filled with first-hand accounts and impressions, this book examines the life of Nelson Mandela, highlighting the experiences, beliefs, and personality traits that made him an effective peacemaker and inspiring leader. The text, which is supplemented by related articles reprinted from the <i>New York Times</i>, provides a clear recounting of the history of modern South Africa and sheds light on Mandela as a human being with both strengths and flaws. Topics Nelson Mandela. The vNew York Times</i>. Journalists and journalism. South African history. European colonization. Conquerors. Native peoples. Afrikaners. White supremacy. Social classes. Race. Segregation. Exploitation. Poverty. Suppression of dissent. Mohandas Gandhi (1869-1948). Non-violent protest. Civil rights struggles. Tribal identity. The Xhosa people. Royalty. Education. Expanding horizons. The African National Congress. Leaders. Africanism. Community activism. Strength of convictions. Patience. Perseverance. Courage. Imprisonment. Political discourse. Communication. Building networks. Instruction. Patience. Negotiations. Enemies. The common good. Frederik Willem de Klerk (1936-). Compromise. Drafting a constitution. Democracy. Politics. Elections. Patriotism. Rebuilding a country. Social unrest. Social leveling. Realistic views. SRC Level 10.700000 SRC Points 9.000000 Lexile NC1270L Trim Size 5 1/2" x 8 1/4" Language English JLG Release Date Mar 2008 Minimum grade 5 Maximum grade 8 Reading level Middle Format Print

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