The book ‘Long Walk to Freedom’ is about the life of Nelson Mandela, a famous freedom fighter from the last century. Written by Mandela himself, the 658-page autobiography was published in 1994. It tells the story of Mandela’s early life, his 27 years in prison under the apartheid regime, and his successful fight against the unfair White Minority government in South Africa. Mandela not only achieved freedom for his nation but also played a remarkable role in uniting the divided society after becoming the first President of South Africa. The book was translated into many languages, and a film with the same name was released in 2013.

Nelson Mandela is widely considered one of the greatest icons of recent times. Despite facing injustice and enduring decades of punishment, he never gave up. The book explores Mandela’s journey, revealing why he turned to violence against state brutality, why he had difficult conversations with his supporters, and how he gained support from his prison guards against the government.

Mandela’s strength and conviction in the face of adversity are inspiring, making him a symbol of resilience and justice. The story highlights the challenges he faced and the events that shaped him into the influential figure he became.