Going to the Mountain

(PENGUIN)

Nelson Mandela, the father of South Africa’s rebirth, gave his grandson Ndaba an uplifting education. Ndaba shares behindthe-scenes stories with his granddad in this coming-of-age read, including ‘going to the mountain’. Gathering with 20 other boys who are ‘about to become men’, Ndaba experienced an oftenpainful ritual including being circumcised, learning love songs and even a new language. It’s the insight into a secret world that makes this a fascinating read.