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Acclaimed author, poet and activist maya angelou died today at the age of 86. Maya angelou has been referred to as peoples poet and the black womans poet laureate. Her poems continue to be extremely popular and have been called the anthems of african americans. Know about the poetry of maya angelou through her 10 most famous poems including phenomenal woman, alone and still i rise. maya angelou was a civil rights activist, poet and award-winning author known for her acclaimed 1969 memoir, i know why the caged bird sings, and her numerous poetry and essay collections. Maya angelou (born marguerite annie johnson april 4, 1928may 28, 2014) was a celebrated poet, memoirist, singer, dancer, actor, and civil rights activist. Her autobiography, i know why the caged bird sings, a bestseller published in 1969 and nominated for the national book award, revealed her experiences growing up as an african-american during the jim crow era. Maya angelou, american poet, memoirist, and actress whose several volumes of autobiography explore the themes of economic, racial, and sexual oppression. She is perhaps best known for her autobiographical work i know why the caged bird sings (1969). how can we find hope amid uncertainty, conflict, or loss? When we feel we have lost hope, we may find inspiration in the words and deeds of others. In this selection of poems, hope takes many forms an open road, an unturned page, a map to another world, an ark, an infant, a long-lost glove that. African-american writer and poet maya angelou (19282014) was honored by universities, literary organizations, government agencies, and special interest groups. Her honors include a pulitzer prize nomination for her book of poetry just give me a cool drink of water fore i diiie, a tony award nomination for her role in the 1973 play look away, and five grammys for her spoken albums. Before she became one of the most influential literary voices of our time, a 16-year-old maya angelou had her sights set on one very specific job prospect becoming a streetcar conductor in san francisco. At the time, however, there had never been an african-american streetcar conductor in the city -- but that didnt stop the now-iconic dr. Maya angelou (april 4, 1928 may 28, 2014) was a celebrated author, influential poet, dancer, actress, singer, and activist. Maya received over 50 honorary degrees and is celebrated for her series of 7 autobiographies, which focus on her childhood and adult experiences.
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