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Chapter 2 Nelson Mandela Long Walk To Freedom (NELSON ROLIHLAHLA MANDELA)

Class 10thEnglish First Flight

CBSE Class 10 English (First Flight)- "Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom" and Poem "A Tiger in the Zoo"

Chapter: Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom

This chapter is an excerpt from Nelson Mandela's autobiography, "Long Walk to Freedom," where Mandela recounts his experiences and struggles in the fight against apartheid in South Africa. The text highlights Mandela's journey from being a young freedom fighter to becoming the first black President of South Africa. It also delves into the significance of freedom and the sacrifices made by Mandela and others in their pursuit of justice and equality. The chapter is a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the importance of standing up against oppression.

Poem: A Tiger in the Zoo

"A Tiger in the Zoo" by Leslie Norris is a poignant poem that contrasts the life of a tiger in captivity with the freedom it experiences in the wild. The poem describes the tiger's restricted movements within the confines of a zoo, emphasizing its frustration and anger. In contrast, the poet imagines the tiger roaming freely in its natural habitat, where it belongs. The poem is a critique of keeping wild animals in captivity and a reflection on the loss of freedom and the natural behavior that comes with it.

These selections from the "First Flight" book explore themes of freedom, justice, and the consequences of restricting natural rights, whether of humans or animals.