The classic collection of poetry from the author of I KNOW WHY THE CAGED BIRD SINGS. Maya Angelou's poetry - lyrical and dramatic, exuberant and playful - speaks of love, longing, partings; of Saturday night partying, and the smells and sounds of Southern cities; of freedom and shattered dreams. 'She moved through the world with unshakeable calm, confidence and a fierce grace.

She launched African American women writing in the United States.