Maya Angelou (
/ˈændʒəloʊ/ (
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ANN-jəl-oh;
[1][2] born
Marguerite Annie Johnson; April 4, 1928 – May 28, 2014) was an American poet, memoirist, and
civil rights activist. She published seven autobiographies, three books of essays, several books of poetry, and is credited with a list of plays, movies, and television shows spanning over 50 years. She received dozens of awards and more than 50 honorary degrees.
[3] Angelou is best known for her series of seven autobiographies, which focus on her childhood and early adult experiences. The first,
I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (1969), tells of her life up to the age of 17 and brought her international recognition and acclaim. - Bio via Wikipedia.
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