A superior copy of this book, very scarce in the hardcover edition. It comprises a collection of his leading speeches and articles between 1953 and 1964 and includes accounts and transcripts of the three major trails in which Mandela was the chief accused, including notably his famous closing speech in the Rivonia trial. It was published while Mandela was incarcerated in Robben Island and for obvious reasons was banned in South Africa. The book was edited by Ruth First with a foreword by Oliver Tambo. A softback edition of this book was published simultaneously and is also scarce but appears occasionally on the market. There was also a US. edition which is somewhat more common. This copy would appear to be unread in about fine condition. The only flaw is an 8mm. circular orange mark on the front board (see picture) of uncertain origin. Internally it is clean and unmarked. The scarce dw. is in very good condition. It is price-clipped and has a 2cm. closed tear at the lower edge of the front panel and some light edge wear, but is otherwise complete and attractive. An essential item for all Mandela collections.
- Jacket Condition: Very Good Plus
- Binding Condition: Near Fine
- Overall Condition: Very Good Plus
- Size: 8vo.
- Sold By: Ronald Levine - Modern First Editions
- Contact Person: Ronald Levine
- Country: South Africa
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- Telephone: 011643 8437
- Preferred Payment Methods: EFT for South African customers and International Bank Tranfer for customers abroad. I am unable to accept payment by credit card.
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