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Summary: Nice.
Review: More than the story itself I think that I was more impressed by Maya's style of writing. I have always said that give me ten random paragraphs from different authors and I will always tell you which one is by Angelou. It's a very interesting story. It's a good read. However, I have read works by her that are better, which is why I give it 4 stars. She narrates about her life in Egypt, Ghana, and America. We are also given a closer look at her relationship with her son, her trials and difficulties. Go get it!
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Summary: Another triumph for Maya
Review: Once again in her continuing autobiography Maya Angelou allows us into her world. She lets you know that she is just as human as the rest of us. I loved this book. It is well worth the money and I can't believe anyone would want to sell this book for a lousy 1.59 Maya's books should be bronzed and kept forever.
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Summary: An Amazing and Courageous Woman
Review: One of the best books I have read in a very long time. I couldn't put it down and couldn't wait to pick it up again. Her style of writing is poetic and exciting. If you want a great book to read, this one is definitely it.
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Summary: So many differences, yet so similar
Review: The first time I heard Maya A. speak, I had the little hairs at the back of my neck stand upright! I was moved and in awe.I have read several of her works, all of which were cherished. However, after reading "Heart" I felt a deeper awareness. I am a middle class, white woman. I will NEVER understand the hate, fear, and anger experienced by anyone of color- no matter how much I learn, no matter how much I empathize. What I will share with all races is that emotions are emotions, no matter the color. Raising a child, falling in love and then realizing, "Oops, wrong one"...parental love, fear, anger...all make us human. I feel closer to this world for having forced myself to think about past misery and hatred. I wish my children the grace and dignity displayed by a remarkable woman. Thank You for reaching my soul.
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Summary: Mediocrity A-Go-Go
Review: The Heart of a Woman is a continuation of Angelou's autobiography, chronicling her adult life as a mother, wife and freedom fighter. The story begins with her decision to move to New York in the late 1950's when Martin Luther King and Malcom X were the most central political figures of that time. There she begins to write, produces the Cabaret of Freedom, a collaboration of performances given to raise money for the SCLC, becomes employed then by the SCLC in a position only held by men previously. Shortly after she has been working such a prestigious job, she meets and marries an African freedom-fighter who wisks Angelou and her son, Guy, off to Cairo where she knows noone. Maya Angelou appears to create good out of bad, a woman faced with tragedy numerous times throughout her life, yet comes out triumphant and victorious each time. Never did I feel as if I was being led to lament with her difficulties. On the contrary, I felt admiration for a woman who inhabited a strong sense of self and an even stronger zest for living. An inspirational story I would recommend to anyone.
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Summary: Triumph and Tragedy
Review: The Heart of a Woman is a continuation of Angelou's autobiography, chronicling her adult life as a mother, wife and freedom fighter. The story begins with her decision to move to New York in the late 1950's when Martin Luther King and Malcom X were the most central political figures of that time. There she begins to write, produces the Cabaret of Freedom, a collaboration of performances given to raise money for the SCLC, becomes employed then by the SCLC in a position only held by men previously. Shortly after she has been working such a prestigious job, she meets and marries an African freedom-fighter who wisks Angelou and her son, Guy, off to Cairo where she knows noone. Maya Angelou appears to create good out of bad, a woman faced with tragedy numerous times throughout her life, yet comes out triumphant and victorious each time. Never did I feel as if I was being led to lament with her difficulties. On the contrary, I felt admiration for a woman who inhabited a strong sense of self and an even stronger zest for living. An inspirational story I would recommend to anyone.
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Summary: This book lead me to become a Maya Angelou fan.
Review: The Heart of a Woman is simply excellent. I selected this book because it was part of the Oprah club. I read it (quickly) and since then have read all of her memoirs and had the tremendous privilege of seeing her in Ottawa, Canada when she spoke at our National Arts Centre in June 1998. I recommend this book to ANYONE.
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Summary: Celebration of you and what you are
Review: The Heart of A Woman touches the hearts and souls of women of all color. Ms Angelou never tries to evoke the sympathy of her readers, she encourages them to celebrate their obstacles and reach for goals which may seem far out of reach. Before reading her latest book, I as a woman of color, must admit that I considered obstacles I encountered to be indigenous to who I was. I now know that we as women are all the same color when it comes to what we hope to accomplish in our lifetime. Ms Angelou continues to teach the legacy which Martin Luther King started, that we all must come together as people and not as race. I recommend this book to everyone. It is truly a celebration of life.
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Summary: Wonderful Inspiration for women
Review: This book is a wonderful inspiration for women. Maya Angelou had many obstacles to overcome in her life, and not one stopped her. She has done so much in her life and this book takes you through a glimpse of it. It is an amazing journey and well worth the read.
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Summary: Wonderful Inspiration for women
Review: This book is a wonderful inspiration for women. Maya Angelou had many obstacles to overcome in her life, and not one stopped her. She has done so much in her life and this book takes you through a glimpse of it. It is an amazing journey and well worth the read.
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