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Best of - Maya Angelou: Righteousness and Love
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Length:
35 minutes
Released:
Jul 6, 2020
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Podcast episode
Description
Maya Angelou took the harshest experiences in her life and turned them into words of triumph, justice and hope. Her memoirs and her poems told of her survival, and uplifted people around the world. Her first book, "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," is a classic of American literature. Angelou's voice and the rhythm of her speech were absolutely unique. In this episode, which originally ran in December of 2016, you'll be reminded why she was one of the most inspiring figures of the past century, and why her voice is missed today more than ever.
Released:
Jul 6, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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