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An insight into the life of Maya Angelou - poet, autobiographer, composer dancer, singer, teacher, actress, black activist and filmmaker, in the form of a collection of interviews from British and American magazines. ... Read more

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Interviews with Maya Angelou from the 70's and 80's -- all of them fascinating, and all of them showing her growth as an artist and as an individual over the years. I've been listening to a lot of her work on audio tapes lately, and this historical book of where she's been and what she's had to say about living, writing, politics and more is an excellent addition to absorbing her other words. ... Read more

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Although she is known as a poet, Maya Angelou is also a dancer, journalist, screenwriter, and professor. She has been nominated for a Pulitzer Prize and a Tony Award, and is best known for her autobiographical works—starting in 1970—with I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. ... Read more

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Discusses the life and work of the well-known writer, entertainer, and political activist, Maya Angelou. ... Read more

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Discusses the life and work of the noted black writer. ... Read more

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Key features of this text: *How to study the text *Author and historical background *General and detailed summaries *Commentary on themes, structure, characters, language and style *Glossaries *Test questions and issues to consider *Essay writing advice *Cultural connections *Literary terms *Illustrations *Colour design ... Read more

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Describes the life of the Afro-American singer, writer, and civil rights activist. ... Read more

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In order to study resilience in children, the author examines five autobiographical narratives which deal extensively with childhood difficulties: I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,The Woman Warrior, Hunger of Memory, Brothers and Keepers ,and This Boy's Life . In analyzing these stories, he draws ... Read more

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As an author, poet, actress, director, and civic leader, Maya Angelou has had a profound influence on the lives of millions around the world. Closer to home, she has also profoundly influenced her many friends and family members--by counseling, encouraging, praising, and exhorting, and not least, teaching by example. One of those whose lives she touched, photographer Margaret Courtney-Clarke, offers a tribute in these pages--moving and revealing portraits of her friend. Taken over the course of a year, at bookstore signings, on stage, and at home, Courtney-Clarke's photographs both celebrate and illuminate one of the great figures of our time.

Supporting the visual story are thoughts on Angelou's powers of friendship as interpreted by her friends, in chapters that highlight the poet's virtues--Joy, Giving, Learning, Perseverance, Creativity, Courage, Self-Respect, Spirituality, Love, and Taking Risks. Among those represented here, all of whom count Dr. Angelou as one of the most important persons in their lives, are leaders Coretta Scott King, Reverend Barbara King, and Andrew Young; singers Ashford and Simpson; and Dr. Angelou's son, the writer Guy Johnson. And in her touching foreword, Oprah Winfrey describes how Dr. Angelou came to be her "counsel, consultant, advisor, shoulder to cry on, Rock, Shield, Protector, Defender, Mama Bear, and Mother-Sister-Friend."

Maya Angelou's strength in the face of a difficult life, her concern for others, and the singular artistry of her writings give guidance to all who seek their own spiritual way in the world. In Courtney-Clarke's photographs and in the words of Dr. Angelou's closest friends, the true wisdom of her spirit emerges. ... Read more

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swing and singing
Well i dont have much to say about the book i just wanted totell youmaya angelo that i really like the books u have and i want you to know thati am a new collage student and i will love for you to tell and help methrew out collage by emailing me and letting me know what books i shouldread and i would really love that i know i sound kinda crazy emailing youthrew here but this is the only way i know how i am trying to become astrong black man like you are a strong black women so like i said if u canhelp me or give me fether information please do so and dont be a stranger.P.S Life seems to love the liver of it. by maya angeloa new friend willie christian please emailme back ... Read more

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The Inaugural poet, author of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, unites with a renowned illustrator for a poetic tribute to the extraordinary essence of ordinary African-American women. Reissue. ... Read more

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It does not seem possible that one person can do so many things.She is a poet and author.She is a playwright.She is an actress, producer, and director.She is a singer and dancer, a teacher and speaker.She is a civil rights activist.She is a mother and grandmother.But most of all, she is a survivor.She has survived abuse and racism.She has survived poverty and sadness.She is Maya Angelou, one of the great voices of American literature. ... Read more