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Angelou, Maya
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Angelou, Maya (1928– ), African-American autobiographer and poet, born in St Louis, Missouri. Rooted in a rich folk tradition of rural black culture,
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (1970), the most famous of her volumes of autobiography, charts her harrowing childhood in Arkansas, her segregation in southern schools, and the beginning of her relationship with literature. The other volumes,
Gather Together in My Name (1974),
Singin' and Swingin' and Gettin' Merry like Christmas (1976),
The Heart of a Woman (1981),
All God's Children Need Traveling Shoes (1986), and
A Song Flung Up to the Heavens (2002), record her flamboyant career as a singer and dancer, her years in the Harlem Writers' Guild, and her role within the civil rights movement. An exuberant and technically assured poet with a commitment to the politics of race and gender, Angelou's works of poetry include
Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water'fore I Diiie (1971),
And Still I Rise (1978), and
I Shall Not Be Moved (1990).
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Join the See Forever Foundation & Maya Angelou Public Charter School for Cooking Up a Future XII - Featuring Dr. Maya Angelou and a Star- Studded List of Honored Guests
Newspaper article from: U.S. Newswire; 4/17/2009; 700+ words
; ...for See Forever Foundation/Maya Angelou Public Charter School; Foundation...of See Forever Foundation/Maya Angelou Public Charter School, +1-202...p.m. - Special Toast to Dr. Maya Angelou and winners of our first-ever...
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Maya Angelou Praises Message of Million Man March
Transcript from: NPR All Things Considered; 10/11/1995; 700+ words
; ...Siegel talks with poet Maya Angelou, who will speak to the...Man March on Monday. Angelou praises the purpose of...event that you'll read? MAYA ANGELOU: No. I was asked...ROBERT SIEGEL: Well, Maya Angelou, thank you very much...
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angelou maya Phenomenal woman, author brings the power of her words to Norfolk.(Daily Break)
Newspaper article from: The Virginian Pilot; 4/28/2007; 700+ words
; ...was Marguerite Johnson then, not Maya Angelou, the acclaimed writer, director...make people eager to go to war," Angelou said. "And you can put words...pilotonline.com. CAPTION(S): Maya Angelou, right, and Coretta Scott-King...
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Maya ANGELOU
Newspaper article from: Sacramento Observer; 3/8/1995; ; 700+ words
; ...Observer 03-08-1995 maya ANGELOU. by STACI BUSH OBSERVER Staff Writer Maya Angelou, an astounding poet, playwright...others said -- even telling Maya that when she did talk...her presentation, Ms. Angelou of course found time for...
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Maya Angelou dares North Carolina State U. students to laugh
News Wire article from: University Wire; 2/2/2001; ; 700+ words
; ...State University McKimmon Center, Maya Angelou, a woman of many talents and achievements...ethics, and diversity. Though Angelou expressed her need for a week to...encouraging, and motivating. Dr. Angelou is a great speaker. She makes you...
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Maya Angelou to speak at Ohio Theatre May 15
Newspaper article from: Call & Post; 5/9/2007; ; 598 words
; Acclaimed author and activist Maya Angelou will speak at the Ohio Theatre...Columbus on May 15 at 7:30p.m. Angelou was born Marguerite Johnson in...Ticketmaster outlet. [Sidebar] Maya Angelou was honored by longtime friend...
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Renee's Reflections; Maya Angelou is our national treasure
Newspaper article from: Miami Times; 2/1/2005; ; 661 words
; ...Miami Times 02-01-2005 Maya Angelou visited my church last...among the living dead. Maya Angelou, like many other...can be revived. Maya Angelou decided to live and created...to be our best. Maya Angelou is our national treasure...
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`Roots' still has lessons to teach; Maya Angelou Takes a Look Back.(Interview)
Magazine article from: TelevisionWeek; 1/22/2007; 700+ words
; ...producer and director Dr. Maya Angelou brought to life the character...with "Roots''? Maya Angelou: Alex Haley was a brother...lesson. CAPTION(S): Maya Angelou * celebration...grandmother Nyo Boto (Maya Angelou).
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MAYA ANGELOU A WISE, THOUGHTFUL INSPIRATION.(LIFESTYLE)(IMAGES)(Column)
Newspaper article from: The Capital Times (Madison, WI); 4/15/2003; 700+ words
; ...t have something to say." -- Maya Angelou I admit to being a TV illiterate...until recently, I never knew Maya Angelou. It seems this poet, author and...Oh, I think I always knew about Angelou. I was familiar with her book...
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Poet-author Maya Angelou blends recipes and memories in winning style.
Newspaper article from: Chicago Tribune (Chicago, IL); 1/10/2005; 700+ words
; ...Byline: Donna Pierce What does Maya Angelou remember about her grandmother...little table where Momma sat." Angelou is describing the kitchen in Stamps...Hallelujah! The Welcome Table," by Maya Angelou. 2 fryer chickens, about 3 pounds...
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Maya Angelou
Encyclopedia entry from: Encyclopedia of World Biography
Maya Angelou Maya Angelou (born 1928)—author, poet, play wright, stage and...African American woman's discovery of her self-confidence. Maya Angelou was born Marguerite Johnson on April 4, 1928, in St. Louis, Missouri...
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Angelou, Maya
Book article from: American Home Front in World War II
Maya Angelou Born April 4, 1928 St. Louis, Missouri...rose to great acclaim in the arts, Maya Angelou was breaking down barriers and laying...tragic scene made a lasting impression on Angelou, who worked to better the lives of others...
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Angelou, Maya 1928—
Book article from: Contemporary Black Biography
Maya Angelou 1928— Author, performing artist...experiences of diversely talented Maya Angelou—author, poet, actress...selling / Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Angelou’s autobiographical books chart...
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Angelou, Maya 1928–
Book article from: Contemporary Black Biography
Maya Angelou 1928– Author, performing artist...experiences of the richly talented Maya Angelou—author, poet, actress...selling Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Angelou’s autobiographical books chart...
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Gibbons, Kaye
Book article from: Contemporary Novelists
...Southern Selves: From Mark Twain and Eudora Welty to Maya Angelou and Kaye Gibbons: A Collection of Autobiographical...Southern Selves: From Mark Twain and Eudora Welty to Maya Angelou and Kaye Gibbons: A Collection of Autobiographical...
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