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- Born: April 4, 1928
- Birthplace: St. Louis, Missouri
- Literary Genre: Poetry, Nonfiction, Fiction
- Awards: 2000 Presidential Medal of Arts, 3 Grammy Awards, Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award nominations, over 30 honorary degrees
- Mentor to Oprah Winfrey
- TMZ claimed Angelou was rushed to the hospital on October 3, 2009 http://www.nbcmiami.com/entertainment/ce...
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Maya Angelou is an American poet, actress, author, and activist.
Angelou wrote a poem especially for the late Michael Jackson, which was read by Queen Latifah, at his memorial service on July 7, 2009.
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Career
Maya Angelou's first autobiography, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, garnered her a National Book Award nomination. In it, she recounts being sexually abused by her mother's boyfriend, who later dies after spending a day in prison. The incident left Angelou mute for five years.She eventually spoke again, later performing in Porgy and Bess and other off-Broadway shows in the 1950s. She then worked with Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s.
In 1971, her first book of poetry, Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water 'Fore I Diiie, was published. The book got a Pulitzer Prize nomination, and Angelou's subsequent writings have earned her numerous awards and honors in her lifetime.
She continues to write and tour as a lecturer.
Notable Written Works
- 1969 - I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings
- 1971 - Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water 'Fore I Diiie
- 1978 - And I Still Rise
Notable Recorded Works
- 1993 - On The Pulse of Morning
- 1995 - Phenomenal Woman
- 2002 - A Song Flung Up to Heaven
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Maya Angelou News
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Maya Angelou, Rihanna among Glamour mag's honorees
But the biggest ovation at Monday evening's award ceremony went to the 81-year-old poet Maya Angelou, whose soaring words on the power of womanhood brought ... (November 10, 2009)The Associated Press -
Maya Angelou lecture in Northeast Texas sold out
MOUNT PLEASANT, Texas—Dr. Maya Angelou's Feb. 19 lecture at Northeast Texas Community College has sold out. “Demand for tickets has been overwhelming. ... (November 21, 2009)Texarkana Gazette -
Famed poet presents a Kwanzaa/Black History celebration
By James Plath Dr. Maya Angelou, one of Glamour Magazine´s 2009 Women of the Year, is celebrating the holiday season with her new inspiring film "The Black ... (November 27, 2009)DVDTOWN.com -
With a heart of pure gold
The great empress of words Maya Angelou says that giving liberates the giver. People who are so giving make the best friends. They give time, laughter, ... (November 26, 2009)Philippine Star
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Maya Angelou Questions
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Why did Maya Angelou write Phenomanel Women 1 AnswerMaya Angelou writes poetry to make money and maintain her status. She picks up on the trends just like any business woman and writes what will sell. She is a co... read more -
Where can I find accurate literary criticism on this particular poem. The critics need to be professinal not just average joes. please help 1 AnswerThe following three sites are all from Gonzaga University. They each analyze different part of the poem. I found this interesting. http://barney.gonzaga.edu/~... read more -
Who is Maya Kibbel? 1 AnswerMaya Kibbel is a family friend of the Jonas Brothers She also helps run the fan page titled nickjonline.com http://www.flickr.com/photos/33749589@N07/3461965964... read more
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who is maya kibbel? 2 AnswersMaya Kibbel. is 14 years old From Wyckoff, New Jersey ! she is the girl who's friends with the Jonas Brothers .See more in the video.And her facebook. ... read more
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Maya Angelou on Amazon
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I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings - $6.99
Sent by their mother to live with their devout, self-sufficient grandmother in a small Southern town, Maya and her brother, Bailey, endure the ache of abandonment and the prejudice...Amazon
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The Complete Collected Poems of Maya Angelou - $25.95
For the first time, the complete collection of Maya Angelou's published poems-including "On the Pulse of Morning"-in a permanent collectible, handsome hardcover edition.Amazon
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ABC News Classics Maya Angelou - $14.95
Celebrated poet/writer/actress/performer Maya Angelou talks to ABC News about how she used her own life experiences to become an award-winning literary figure and most read black f...Amazon
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Black Pearls: The Poetry of Maya Angelou - $17.98
Black Pearls: The Poetry of Maya Angelou opens with the poet reading hard words: "No, the gap-legged whore on the eastern shore, enticing Europe to come into her"; "kneeling...Amazon
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Letter to My Daughter - $25.00
For a world of devoted readers, a much-awaited new volume of absorbing stories and inspirational wisdom from one of our best-loved writers.Dedicated to the daughter she...Amazon
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Maya Angelou Publications Timeline
- 1960: Cabaret for Freedom
- 1966: The Least of These
- 1970: I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings
- 1971: Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water 'fore I Die
- 1974: Gather Together in His Name | Ajax
- 1975: "Oh Pray My Wings Are Gonna Fit Me Well"
- 1976: Singin' and Swingin' and Gettin' Merry Like Christmas | And Still I Rise (Play)
- 1978: "And Still I Rise" (Poem)
- 1981: The Heart of a Woman
- 1986: All God's Children Need Traveling Shoes
- 1994: "Phenomenal Women"
- 2002: Song Flung Up to Heaven
- 2005: "Amazing Peace"
- 2006: Mother, a Cradle to Hold Me | Celebrations, Rituals of Peace and Prayer
- 2007: Publishes Poetry for Young People
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Maya Angelou Personal Timeline
- 1928: Born, Margarite Johnson in St.Louis, Missouri.
- 1935: Does not speak for five years after sexual trauma.
- 1940: Learns classic literature from Beulah Flowers | Begins to speak again
- 1944: Graduates Mission High School | Gives birth to her son Guy.
- 1949: Marries Tosh Angelos
- 1952: Wins dance scholarship California Labor Schools
- 1952: Marriage to Angelos dissolves
- 1954-1955: Tours Europe as "Ruby" in Porgy and Bess
- 1954-1955: Studies dance with Martha Graham | Dances with Alvin Ailey
- 1957: Appears in Calypso Heat Wave
- 1960: Writes, produces and appears in Cabaret for Freedom
- 1970: I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings nominated for National Book Award.
- 1971: Just Give Me a Cool Drink of Water 'Fore I Die nominated for Pulitzer Prize
- 1973: Marries Paul DuFeu
- 1977: Writes Still I Rise - one act musical
- 1980: Marriage to Paul DuFeu dissolves
- 1983: Winner of the Matrix Award
- 1990: "I Shall Not Be Moved" wins Candace Award.
- 1992: Wins Horatio Alger Award
- 1993: Writes and delivers a poem at Bill Clinton's inauguration, "On the Pulse of the Morning".
- 2006: Wins Mother Theresa Award
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"Most plain girls are virtuous because of the scarcity of opportunity to be otherwise."- Maya Angelou knows what she's talking about
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Maya Angelou "Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope"
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Phenomal Woman By Maya Angelou - Pretty women wonder where my secret lies. I’m not cute or built to suit a... http://tumblr.com/xbv4bspm1
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@shockozulu History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again. ~ Maya Angelou
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-feels like simultaneously cursing/putting ppl on blast in a poetic type way... but umm imma get my Maya Angelou on later..im TIRRRED! Gnite
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