Invictus: Nelson Mandela and the Game that Made a Nation Free Audiobook Download by John Carlin

In 1954, Nelson Mandela was a young activist in South Africa. When he and his colleagues were imprisoned for their anti-apartheid activism, Mandela's wife, Winnie, had to raise their two sons on her own. When the government built a stadium for the World Cup of soccer games that would be played in South Africa later that year, she convinced them to let her use it as a rallying point to get supporters out of jail and into the world of sports. In Invictus: Nelson Mandela and the Game that Made a Nation, John Carlin details this unprecedented success story of how these people created one of the largest sporting events in history - with no training or experience whatsoever - by playing African indigenous games such as football and rugby.

Invictus: Nelson Mandela and the Game that Made a Nation is an audiobook by John Carlin and narrated by Gideon Emery. It tells the story of Nelson Mandela and how he became a sports hero in South Africa. He was known for being inspirational because of his work to end apartheid, which made him a controversial figure. The book does an excellent job of covering the major events in Mandela's life, but it also touches on aspects of his life that weren't as well-known, like the time he spent with Afrikaner prisoners in Robben Island.

Invictus: Nelson Mandela and the Game that Made a Nation is a true story of how sport literally saved an entire nation, South Africa. It tells the heart-wrenching tale of how in one year - South Africa was transformed from being "the epitome of racism and repression" to "a country where black people could win on the world stage."

This book is a fascinating read about the most important historical event in South Africa's short history: the Rugby World Cup. It takes place after apartheid has been abolished, and Nelson Mandela is released from prison. He sets up a rugby world cup to show his people that they can stand up for themselves. The game is fantastic, and I would recommend it to anyone who enjoys sports.

'An extraordinary story about one of the most important moments in South African history' 'A true classic and a reminder of what can happen when people persevere and wait for change.' This book is very well written, with interesting points that are told in a way that keeps you wanting more. You will feel proud of your country as you read this book.

"A Game That Made a Nation" by John Carlin is an eye-opening, suspenseful and very personal account of Nelson Mandela's life. Emery delivers a striking performance as narrator, taking the listener on a journey that transcends time and place.