Short Bio
Maya Angelou, born April 4, 1928, in St. Louis, Missouri, and passing on May 28, 2014, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, was a prolific American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist. Her work, notably her autobiography "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," explores themes of economic, racial, and sexual oppression, earning international acclaim.
Angelou's literary contributions and her passionate advocacy for civil rights and equality left an indelible mark on American culture and literature, celebrated for their profound impact and timeless relevance.
