Meet NELSON Mandela, the world's most famous freedom fighter, who went from wanted terrorist to international hero and President of South Africa, thanks to 27 years in jail! Find out: - Why he didn't use a toothbrush until he was 21, - Why he was arrested for travelling on a tram - And why one of his prison cells came with a servant and a pool! Get to know NELSON on First Name terms.

True stories about the world's most amazing people!

About the Author
Nansubuga Isdahl is a writer and editor, who has worked on international development programmes primarily in East and Southern Africa, for over a decade. Her clients include the World Bank, World Education, UNICEF and UNESCO. Nansubuga is currently based in Tanzania. Nicole Miles worked as a card designer for Hallmark UK for over five years. She is now a full-time freelance illustrator. Her clients include the New York Times, Buzzfeed and Seal Press. In 2018, Nicole became a Special Visiting Lecturer for illustration at Sheffield Hallam University.

Reviews
Fun, fact-packed . . . Brilliantly entertaining * National Geographic Kids, praise for First Names *
Exciting and original * Lancashire Post, praise for First Names *
Topical and timeless * Comics Review, praise for First Names *
An excellent series...children will be encouraged to be aspirational * Parents in Touch, praise for First Names *



Book Information
ISBN 9781788450973
Author Nansubuga Nagadya Isdahl
Format Paperback
Page Count 160
Imprint David Fickling Books
Publisher David Fickling Books
Weight(grams) 143g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 12mm