The Special Collections Book of the Week this week is:

Winnie Mandela: a life by Anné Du Preez Bezdrob.

Few people have courted as much controversy or evoked such strong and divergent emotions as Winnie Madikizela-Mandela. Adored by some, abhorred by others, her name is famous throughout the world, yet not many people know about the women behind the headlines, myths and controversies or the details of the fascinating story that is her life. This intimate, in depth and unbiased biography reveals the enigma that was Winnie Mandela, by exploring both her personal and political life. The reader is given a rare glimpse into Winnie’s strict yet rural upbringing where the foundations were laid for her faith, compassion and indomitable resolve. This book takes the reader on a remarkable journey of understanding, painting a rich warm and vivid portrait of one of the world’s most charismatic yet enigmatic women.

Access: https://univofpretoria.on.worldcat.org/oclc/56535764

This book is available at Special Collections, housed on level 5 of the Merensky 2 Library, and is part of Africana (ZA) Collection.

The Special Collections unit of the Department of Library Services plays a stewardship role in the acquisition and preservation of the Library's rare and valuable information resources, making them accessible to students, staff and researchers, as well as safeguarding them for future generations.