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Maya Angelou at the 麻豆社

Bonnie Greer looks back on the extraordinary life of one of literature鈥檚 most significant and inspirational figures, Maya Angelou, through an exploration of the 麻豆社 archives.

Ten years after her death, American writer, poet and activist Maya Angelou remains one of literature鈥檚 most significant and inspirational figures, with acclaimed works like I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings still considered amongst the most important works of the 20th century.

Here, longtime admirer and cultural critic Bonnie Greer looks back on Maya鈥檚 extraordinary life through an exploration of the 麻豆社鈥檚 rich archives, demonstrating how, as well as being a great writer, Maya was a television natural thanks to her unique combination of storytelling skills and unstoppable charisma.

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57 minutes

Last on

Mon 27 May 2024 02:55

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Role Contributor
Interviewed Guest Bonnie Greer
Series Producer Simon Goretzki
Producer Simon Catt

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