Nelson Mandela An Unauthorized Biography

School Library Journal

Gr 5-7-This introduction to the life of the civil rights activist covers Mandela's childhood, political career, imprisonment, and election as president. Connolly's straightforward chronological account is ideally suited for children who are beginning to read about famous people in history. The information flows well and neatly ties in background material about South Africa, both past and present. Sidebars provide additional facts and quotes by Mandela and his contemporaries. Throughout the text, challenging vocabulary is highlighted in bold and defined in the glossary. A number of average-quality, black-and-white and full-color photographs accompany the text. This title will appeal to students new to the genre and slightly older reluctant readers.-Tammy K. Baggett, Atlanta-Fulton County Public Library, GA Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information.