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Nelson Mandela was a human rights activist, anti-apartheid revolutionary, philanthropist and the President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999.
He is known globally as one of the most inspiring leaders of all time, standing for compassion, equality, freedom and human rights and spent his life pursuing self-less and world-changing causes.
In this book you will find:
* A brief overview of Nelson Mandela's background, struggle, life and career
* 10 inspiring quotations by Nelson Mandela to learn and live by
* 10 actionable lessons to use in your own life, starting right now!
* PLUS Suggestions for other books that you might like in this series.
We wish you a Powerful and Inspiring Read, and many more!
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The Think Forward Foundation Team.
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Nelson Mandela:
10 Lessons from the Most Inspiring Leader of the 20th Century
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Who was Nelson Mandela?
Lesson #1: Believe
Lesson #2: Live With Passion
Lesson #3: Rise Up
Lesson #4: Have Courage
Lesson #5: Be Prepared
Lesson #6: Be an Optimist
Lesson #7: Respect
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