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Dr. Maya Angelou is a remarkable Renaissance woman who is hailed as one of the great voices of contemporary literature. As a poet, educator, historian, best-selling author, actress, playwright, civil-rights activist, producer and director, she continues to travel the world, spreading her legendary wisdom. Within the rhythm of her poetry and elegance of her prose lies Angelou's unique power to help readers of every orientation span the lines of race and Angelou captivates audiences through …

…Maya has been able to express through her writings the character and lives of so many. I find that she personifies triumph over pain, victory over defeat, speech in spite of silence, and peace in the midst of turmoil. I thank Ms. Angelou for sharing her life from which others have drawn strength and grace. A Song Flung Up to Heaven is an excellent conclusion to a pivotal period in African-American history and memoir series.