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Gather Together in My Name
by Maya Angelou

Published: 2009-04-21
Paperback : 224 pages
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Gather Together in My Name continues Maya Angelou’s personal story, begun so unforgettably in I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. The time is the end of World War II and there is a sense of optimism everywhere. Maya Angelou, still in her teens, has given birth to a son. But the next few ...
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Gather Together in My Name continues Maya Angelou’s personal story, begun so unforgettably in I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings. The time is the end of World War II and there is a sense of optimism everywhere. Maya Angelou, still in her teens, has given birth to a son. But the next few years are difficult ones as she tries to find a place in the world for herself and her child. She goes from job to job–and from man to man. She tries to return home–back to Stamps, Arkansas–but discovers that she is no longer part of that world. Then Maya’s life takes a dramatic turn, and she faces new challenges and temptations.

In this second volume of her poignant autobiographical series, Maya Angelou powerfully captures the struggles and triumphs of her passionate life with dignity, wisdom, humor, and humanity.

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by Astrid G. (see profile) 03/06/17

 
by Adrienne H. (see profile) 03/06/17

It was difficult to read about the hardships she had to endure because of others' ignorance, selfishness and greed. I admire her pluckiness and resolve at such a young age and am glad she shared her story... (read more)

 
by shari j. (see profile) 02/24/17

I loved this book! it was inspiring to know and understand the difficulties faced by this woman, who overcame all boundaries to become an inspiration for generations to come!

 
  "Highly recommend"by Leslie R. (see profile) 02/24/17

The title says it all. With beautiful, honest prose Dr. Angelou distills her life of ups and downs so that others facing similar quandaries and choices may learn and hopefully avoid her pitfalls.She is... (read more)

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