These quotes by notable Black people—from celebrated authors ... of U.S. history is taught from one book. Just U.S. history.” —Maya Angelou 7. “Did you know that the human voice is the ...

From being abandoned by her parents at just four years old to becoming one of the 20th Century’s most iconic figures, Maya Angelou lived ... the first black woman in history to do so.

Each of these ten poems represents a different facet of Maya Angelou’s genius as a poet and her ability to inspire readers to reflect on their own lives. Whether addressing themes of resilience, ...