Dr. Maya Angelou is one of the great voices of contemporary literature and
a remarkable Renaissance woman. Poet, educator, historian, best-selling
author, actress, playwright, civil rights activist, producer and director, Dr.
Angelou travels the world making appearances, spreading her legendary
wisdom.
She has authored twelve best-selling books, including I Know Why the
Caged Bird Sings, A Song Flung Up to Heaven and Even the Stars Look
Lonesome, and holds a lifetime position as the first Reynolds Professor of
American Studies at Wake Forest University. In January 1993, she became
the second poet in U.S. history to write and recite original work at the presidential
inauguration.
She has been nominated for two Grammy Awards for Best Spoken
Word or Non-Musical Album for “On The Pulse Of Morning” (1993) and
“Phenomenal Woman” (1995). In 2004, she received a Grammy Award
nomination for Best Spoken Word Album for “Hallelujah! The Welcome
Table.” She holds over 50 honorary degrees from colleges and universities
worldwide.
