In her first book of poetry since Why Don't You Sing? Maya Angelou, bestselling author of the classic autobiography I Know Why The Cag...
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Oct 29, 2011
Elliot
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Despite the extent of my admiration and reverence for Maya Angelou and all that she has done for the world, I've never been a complete fan of her writing. Francine Prose, for example, in her essay "I Know Why the Caged Bird Can't Read," examined Angelou's tendency to garble her poetic language, I think quite accurately exposing her striking stylistic inconsistencies and insufficiencies. This short collection of poetry stands out as a particularly good summary of my experiences (experie
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Oct 16, 2010
Kristy
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This is the first real anthology I've ever read by Ms. Angelou, who I have decided is my favorite poet. She writes with humanity. There are other poets who write about being human, but none with faith - she offers me a lot of courage.
Jan 24, 2012
Cathy
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These book contains poetry that reflects some of the agony of growing up black. WOW, so powerful, so powerful
Dec 04, 2008
Davis
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this was a good poem book. many of the poems were very deep and meaningful.
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Dec 26, 2011
Anna Francesca
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I put off finishing this book because I really needed to hear the pieces to appreciate them. (As I tend to read while I eat, and I've learned not to talk with my mouth full, this meant setting aside special time for this book). Angelou's text is lyrical, and I am glad that I did make time to finally finish her work. I enjoyed it.
May 21, 2008
Rae
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These poems seem less common than her others and more moving to the reader. She still deals with societal issues of the day...race and prejudice, as well as her own African and slave ancestors. I liked "Human Family," "Old Folks Laugh," "Known to Eve and Me," "Our Grandmothers," and "Ailey, Baldwin, Floyd, Killens and Mayfield."
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