Maya Angelou: A Life in American History - Hardcover
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Availability:In StockContributor:F. Erik Brooks, Erin W. GilliamSeries:Black History LivesTheme:Ethnic Orientation/African AmericanPublish date:9/17/2026Pages:184
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Bloomsbury AcademicISBN-13:9781440873720ISBN-10:1440873720UPC:9781440873720Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, Literary Criticism, Social ScienceBook Subcategory:Literary Figures, African American & Black, Cultural & Ethnic StudiesBook Topic:African American & Black StudiesSize:9.41 x 6.31 x 0.61 inchesWeight:0.409Product ID:SC83AAWNJG
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.Languages:EnglishPublisher:Bloomsbury AcademicISBN-13:9781440873720ISBN-10:1440873720UPC:9781440873720Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, Literary Criticism, Social ScienceBook Subcategory:Literary Figures, African American & Black, Cultural & Ethnic StudiesBook Topic:African American & Black StudiesSize:9.41 x 6.31 x 0.61 inchesWeight:0.409Product ID:SC83AAWNJG
F. Erik Brooks is a Professor of Political Science at Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio, USA.
Erin W. Gilliam is Vice Provost for Student Academic Progression at Albany State University in Albany, Georgia, USA.Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
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