“We agreed that great men and women should be forced to live as long as possible. The reverence they enjoyed was a life sentence, which they could neither revoke nor modify.”
Quote by Maya Angelou
Work
All God's Children Need Traveling Shoes
This novel delves into the lives of a family as they navigate the complexities of their own identities and their place in a changing world. The story follows their journey of self-discovery and the challenges they face in adapting to new environments and understanding their cultural heritage. more
Author
Maya Angelou
Maya Angelou was an American author, poet, playwright, actress, and lecturer, known for her profound exploration of race, gender, and culture in her work. Her autobiographical works, including 'I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,' which detailed her early life of poverty and sexual exploitation, have gained widespread acclaim. more
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