Maya Angelou: Diversity Makes for a Rich Tapestry (African-American Biographies (Enslow)) [Library Binding]

Donna Brown Agins (Author)

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 10 and up
  
• Library Binding: 128 pages
• Publisher: Enslow Publishers (August 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0766024695
• ISBN-13: 978-0766024694
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.8 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,020,412 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Learn Why the Caged Bird Sings, December 29, 2006

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This review is from: Maya Angelou: Diversity Makes for a Rich Tapestry (African-American Biographies (Enslow)) (Library Binding)

Readers familiar with Maya Angelou's much-loved writings will be amazed and delighted by this fascinating portrait of the life of a great American woman. Angelou learned to believe in herself and found her true calling through years of challenge and adversity. Against the odds, she taught herself to sing with courage and love. Read this inspiring life story and discover the remarkable achievements of one of today's most admired and influential poets.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating portrait of a national treasure, March 5, 2007

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Evelyn Pinkerton "Book lover" (St. Paul, MN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Maya Angelou: Diversity Makes for a Rich Tapestry (African-American Biographies (Enslow)) (Library Binding)

Ms. Agins has written a fascinating portrait of one of America's premier writers. She's included details about Angelou's childhood; her amazing life as an entertainer, novelist, and poet; her search for her roots and heritage; struggles with racism, and warm generosity as a mother, friend, and literary icon. Crisp photos, interesting sidebars, extensive chapter notes, and an approachable writing style. Nominated for an NAACP Image award, the book is a must for young people and adults seeking to know more about Maya Angelou.

5.0 out of 5 stars NAACP Image Award Nomination, February 21, 2007

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Mary Main (Pacific Palisades, California United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Maya Angelou: Diversity Makes for a Rich Tapestry (African-American Biographies (Enslow)) (Library Binding)

This biography's nomination for an NAACP Image Award is well-deserved. Maya Angelou's life is filled with challenges and achievements and will inspire readers of all ages. Donna Brown Agins writes a fast-paced biography that is as compelling as a suspense novel, as she relates how Angelou tackles the many obstacles in her life with wit and courage and in the process blesses the world with her prodigious talent and her love for humanity. An inspiring read for both children and adults.