“There is a shock that comes so quickly and strikes so deep that the blow is internalized even before then skin feels it. The strike must first reach bone marrow, then ascend slowly to the brain where the slowpoke intellect records the deed.”
Quote by Maya Angelou
Work
Singin' and Swingin' and Gettin' Merry Like Christmas
This book is a compilation of festive songs and tales that celebrate the joy and warmth of the Christmas season, capturing the essence of the holiday spirit through both musical and literary means. 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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