Tutu -The Authorised Portrait

Tutu: The Authorised Portrait (2011) is a richly illustrated hardcover biography celebrating the life and legacy of Archbishop Desmond Tutu.

Authored by renowned South African journalist Allister Sparks, with contributions from Reverend Mpho A. Tutu, Desmond Tutu’s daughter, the book offers an intimate and comprehensive look at one of the world’s most revered moral leaders.

Born in Klerksdorp, South Africa, Desmond Tutu trained as a teacher due to financial constraints but was ordained as an Anglican priest in 1960. He became a leading voice against apartheid, advocating for non-violence, reconciliation, and social justice. This authorised biography delves into his unwavering commitment to these principles, highlighting his role in South Africa’s journey toward democracy.

The book features over forty interviews conducted by Reverend Mpho Tutu with family members, friends, colleagues, and notable figures such as Kofi Annan, Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, and President Barack Obama. These personal accounts provide diverse perspectives on Tutu’s impact and character.

Complemented by a foreword from Bono and an introduction by His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the portrait is further enriched with a collection of rare photographs and previously unpublished artefacts from Tutu’s private archives. This visual and narrative compilation offers readers a profound insight into Tutu’s life and the values he championed.

It stands as both a compelling biography and a tribute to Archbishop Tutu’s enduring influence on global human rights and social justice movements.

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