Maya Angelou was een Amerikaanse dichteres en auteur die een sleutelfiguur werd in de Amerikaanse burgerrechtenbeweging. Haar geschriften, met name haar autobiografische reeks, gaan diep in op thema's als identiteit, ras en persoonlijke groei. Angelou werd geprezen om haar krachtige en inspirerende stem die wereldwijd bij talloze lezers resoneerde. Haar literaire bijdragen en haar toewijding aan sociale rechtvaardigheid vestigen haar nalatenschap als een onvergetoonlijk Amerikaans literair icoon.
The combination of Maya Angelou's poignant poetry and Jean-Michel Basquiat's striking artwork forms a stunning tribute to creativity and expression. This collaboration highlights the powerful themes of identity, resilience, and the human experience, showcasing how words and visuals can intertwine to evoke deep emotions and provoke thought. The work stands as a vibrant homage to both artists' legacies, inviting readers and viewers to explore the richness of their artistic dialogue.
A collection of beloved poems about women from the iconic Maya AngelouThese four poems, "Phenomenal Woman," "Still I Rise," "Weekend Glory," and "Our Grandmothers," are among the most remembered and acclaimed of Maya Angelou's poems. They celebrate women with a majesty that has inspired and touched the hearts of millions.These memorable poems have been reset and bound in a beautiful edition--a gift to keep and to give.
From her reflections on African American life and hardship in 'Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water 'fore I Diiie' to her revolutionary celebrations of womanhood in 'Phenomenal Woman' and 'Still I Rise', and her elegant tributes to dignitaries Bill Clinton and Nelson Mandela ('On the Pulse of Morning' and 'His Day Is Done', respectively), every inspiring word of Maya Angelou's poetry is included in the pages of this volume.
Taking information from over two dozen interviews from British and American magazines and newspapers, the editor has compiled the facts and philosophy of Angelou's life. They include talks about her childhood in Stamps, Arkansas, about black identity and self-image.
Collects black-and-white photographs taken between 1963 and 1999, touching on issues of poverty, discrimination, and life in America
Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water 'Fore I Diiie/Oh Pray My Wings Are Gonna Fit Me Well/And Still I Rise/Shaker, Why Don't You Sing?
Maya Angelou's poetry captures the complexities of life with tenderness, joy, and poignant reflections on sadness and pain. Through her powerful and vibrant voice, she celebrates the human experience, offering readers a deeply emotional and heartfelt exploration of existence. This collection showcases her unique perspective and literary prowess, inviting readers to connect with the profound themes woven throughout her work.
Combining reminiscences with more than sixty of her personal recipes, the acclaimed author reflects on important moments in her life that centered around the dinner table
Maya Angelou's poetry - lyrical and dramatic, exuberant and playful - speaks of love, longing, partings; of Saturday night partying, and the smells and sounds of Southern cities; of freedom and shattered dreams. 'The caged bird sings/ with a fearful trill/ of things unknown/ but longed for still/ and his tune is heard/ on the distant hill/ for the caged bird/ sings of freedom.' Of her poetry, KIRKUS REVIEWS has written, 'It is just as much a part of her biography as I KNOW WHY THE CAGED BIRD SINGS, GATHER TOGETHER in MY NAME, SINGIN' AND SWINGIN' AND GETTING MERRY LIKE CHRISTMAS, and HEART OF A WOMAN.
A Christmas poem celebrates the goodness of life, the value of peace, and the spirit of the season for those of all faiths.
Oprah Winfrey has called him "an inspiration," Maya Angelou saw him as a kindred spirit and fellow poet, and Jimmy Carter described Mattie Stepanek as "the most remarkable person I have ever known." When Jerry Lewis received his lifetime achievement award at the Oscars, footage of Mattie played behind him. Five years after his death from a rare neuromuscular disease, Mattie is still being celebrated for his indomitable spirit and message of hope. Now the world will get to know the full story of the poet, the peacemaker, the philosopher, and New York Times bestselling author in the first book to share all of the intimate details of his incredible life.In Messenger , Mattie's mother, Jeni Stepanek, recounts the years before Mattie got sick; how he handled the loss of his siblings from the same disease he had; his decision to spread the message of peace and hope; and how, when he became a celebrity, Jeni helped to keep him grounded, and remember to embrace being a kid. Including never-before- seen poems, journal entries, photos, and correspondence with famous friends, Messenger is an inspirational book about a life lived to the fullest."Not a day goes by when I don't receive e-mails and letters saying that Mattie's poetry and speeches are not enough-people want to know about him directly and intimately. I am thrilled to have joined with Dutton so that I can now tell all his fans the full story behind my son." - Jeni Stepanek,Good Morning America.
