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Name: Poems
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)
Author: Maya Angelou

Maya Angelou’s extraordinary life is chronicled in this volume, highlighting her achievements as a writer, performer and educator. The book interweaves her biography with a carefully chosen collection of her poetry, showcasing the breadth of her influence on American literature. Designed as a large‑type edition, it offers an accessible and inspiring portrait of one of the most celebrated voices in modern poetry.

First publish date: 1986

Genre: Poetry/Contemporary Poetry

Authors: Maya Angelou

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