Maya Angelou - A Life in American History

This accessible biography of Maya Angelou provides readers with an ideal introduction to the life and times of one of America''s most beloved and influential Black artists. Maya Angelou: A Life in American History explores the life of one of the most significant figures of the 20th century. Chronological chapters chart major events in Angelou''s life, examining how these events influenced her personally and professionally. Her life is also deeply situated within the social and cultural context of her time, with an examination of the impact of era-defining events such as the Harlem Renaissance and the Civil Rights Movement. Through this biography, readers will understand how Angelou has and continues to shape and influence Black culture and American history, with an enduring legacy of artistry and meaningful social activism that continues to inspire millions of Americans and many more around the world. To enrich and consolidate understanding, the work includes a timeline of key events in Angelou''s life, primary documents, and a bibliography to aid in further research.

Product details

• Authors: F Erik Brooks, F. Erik Brooks, F./ Gilliam Brooks, Brooks F. Erik, Erin W Gilliam, Erin W. Gilliam
• Publisher: Abc Clio Press
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 7 to 17
• Product format: Hardback
• Release: 05.02.2026
• EAN: 9781440873720
• ISBN: 978-1-4408-7372-0
• No. of pages: 264
• Series: Black History Lives
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Linguistics and literary studies > General and comparative literary studies; BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Literary Figures, Biography: literary, Literature: history & criticism, Ethnic groups and multicultural studies, Ethnic minorities & multicultural studies, Biography: writers, Literature: history and criticism, Black & Asian Studies, LITERARY CRITICISM / American / African American & Black, Relating to African American / Black American people, BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / African American & Black, BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Cultural & Regional