A recreation in words and images of the lives of six of Africa's most famous women leaders: Queen Hatshepsut of Egypt, Princess Elizabeth of Toro, Njinga of Matamba, Taytu Betul of Ethiopia, Tata Ajache of Dahomey and Amina of Zaria. The author celebrates each woman's accomplishments and through their stories highlights for children the range of civilisations that have existed in Africa. Well illustrated with colour images and photographs. Suitable for children ages 8 upwards. Index, 48pp, USA. HYPERION BOOKS.

2005 0786851163 Hardback

The story of Desmond Tutu, one of the most respected and influential leaders in South Africa and the World. They Fought for Freedom Series is suitable for ages 12+. Includes b/w illustrations, activities, a glossary, and a guide for further reading. 60pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636048675

The story of Dora Tamana, a member of the ANC, SACP, and a founder member of the Federation of South African Women. They Fought for Freedom Series is suitable for ages 12+. Includes b/w illustrations, activities, a glossary, and a guide for further reading. 59pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636019535

Profile of an English-born white woman who became an active anti-apartheid campaigner. One of the THEY FOUGHT FOR FREEDOM series: short, simply told accounts for older school children. B/w illus, 60pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN.

The story of James La Guma, one of the most respected advocates of democracy in South Africa. They Fought for Freedom Series is suitable for ages 12+. Includes b/w illustrations, activities, a glossary, and a guide for further reading. 60pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636028321

Biography of the first Tanzanian president, aimed at young adults. 81pp, KENYA.. SASA SEMA PUBLICATIONS.

A biography of King Cetshwayo kaMpande describing his path to power, the Anglo Zulu war, his exile and trip to London and his later return to Zululand. Illustrated with b/w maps and images. 34pp, SOUTH AFRICA. SHUTER & SHOOTER, 0869857266

1987 1983 Paperback

Written for children, this biography traces the important events of one of the builders of the Nigerian nation. 92pp, NIGERIA. LANTERN.

Written for children, this biography traces the important events of one of the builders of the Nigerian nation. 86pp, NIGERIA. LANTERN.

Over 800 000 children took the opportunity to write to Nelson Mandela, telling him why they are proud to be South African. This book contains a selection of the best letters, revealing a hopeful, inspiring story. Includes a selection of ideas and activities for teachers. Illustrated in colour. 96pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636049736

2002 Paperback

The story of Lilian Ngoyi, the South African activist who led twenty thousand women in an anti pass protest in 1956, an event now commemorated by National Women's Day. They Fought for Freedom Series is suitable for ages 12+. Includes b/w illustrations, activities, a glossary, and a guide for further reading. 60pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636022560

A short, lively account of the life of a young lawyer who refused to take oppression lying down. Many photos and illustrations. 68pp. SOUTH AFRICA 1994. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN.

The story of Nelson Mandela, the former president of South Africa and his struggle to overcome apartheid. They Fought for Freedom Series is suitable for ages 12+. Includes b/w illustrations, activities, a glossary, and a guide for further reading. 76pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636043290

The story of Oliver Tambo, the venerated ANC leader. They Fought for Freedom Series is suitable for ages 12+. Includes b/w illustrations, activities, a glossary, and a guide for further reading. 66pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636019845

The story of Ruth First, the anti apartheid activist who was killed in 1982 by a parcel bomb sent to her by a South African hit squad. They Fought for Freedom Series is suitable for ages 12+. Includes b/w illustrations, activities, a glossary, and a guide for further reading. 68pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636019543

The story of Seretse Khama, the man who lead Botswana peacefully to independence. They Fought for Freedom Series is suitable for ages 12+. Includes b/w illustrations, activities, a glossary, and a guide for further reading. 68pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636016625

1992 Paperback

The story of Steve Biko, the anti apartheid activist who was killed in detention in 1977. The author also looks at his role in developing Black Consciousness. They Fought for Freedom Series is suitable for ages 12+. Includes b/w illustrations, activities, a glossary, and a guide for further reading. 58pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636016609

The story of Thabo Mbeki, the South African president. They Fought for Freedom Series is suitable for ages 12+. Includes b/w illustrations, activities, a glossary, and a guide for further reading. 60pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636043630

The story of Z.K. Matthews, a teacher born in 1901 who consistently fought for the rights of Africans to be educated and to enter politics. They Fought for Freedom Series is suitable for ages 12+. Includes b/w illustrations, activities, a glossary, and a guide for further reading. 60pp, SOUTH AFRICA. MASKEW MILLER LONGMAN, 0636016617