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First edition, first printing, presentation copy to a senior Dubai political figure and businessman, inscribed by the author on the front free endpaper, "HE Humaid Bin Drai, Director Prime Minister and President's office. Compliments & best wishes to a remarkable public figure of whom we have the greatest respect. N. Mandela 13.10.95". The founder and current chairman of Bin Drai enterprises, Humaid Bin Drai "dedicated 35 years of service to the Government of Dubai which culminated in the attainment of Director for the Vice President and Prime Minister's Office and Chief of Protocol" (company website, accessible online). Mandela visited Dubai numerous times, as President and afterwards, promoting business and political links between South Africa and the Arab world. Mandela's autobiography met with international acclaim upon its publication; this South African edition preceded international editions. Octavo. Original black cloth, spine lettered in gilt. With dust jacket. With 46 black and white photographic illustrations. Jacket with slight sunning and rubbing, unclipped: a fine copy in near-fine jacket.

Long Walk to Freedom is an autobiographical work written by Nelson Mandela, detailing his early life, education, and 27 years in prison. The book is a moving and inspiring story of one man's struggles and triumphs.