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Maya Angelou
American memoirist and poet
Maya Angelou was an American memoirist, poet, 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... Wikipedia
Born: April 4, 1928, St. Louis, MO
Died: May 28, 2014 (age 86 years), Winston-Salem, NC
Children: Guy Johnson
Spouse: Paul du Feu (m. 1974–1983) and Enistasious Tosh Angelos (m. 1951–1954)
Parents: Vivian Baxter Johnson and Bailey Johnson
Poems
I am the dream and the hope of the slave. I rise. I rise. I rise.
My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.
Maya Angelou, who passed away in 2014. Her powerful words and unyielding spirit continue to inspire millions. Her courage, wisdom, and love shine brightly ...