In seven pages this paper examines the simple complexities of Maya Angelou in a consideration of her writings and concept of 20th century black oppression. Ten sources are cited in the bibliography.
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attitude and racial intolerance IV. Heritage is an integral component of Angelous very existence V. Angelou stands out above and beyond other writers who have tackled this delicate
issue VI. How imagery and visualization have helped the author make her points more clearly VII. Angelous intrinsic creativity and ability to see beyond the obvious
Poet and writer Maya Angelou is as simple as she is complex. The lucid and uncomplicated images she creates with her
seemingly elementary style are anything but; in fact, the complexity that resides within her characteristically unmistakable prose, which demonstrate purity and precision like no other, is known only to those
who can see beyond its fa?ade. Attention to emotional detail and an unquenchable desire to portray her inner contemplation, Angelou favors a more realistic approach to convey the immense
respect she harbors for her people. Utilizing the concepts of sincerity and truth, as well as incorporating strength and vulnerability, the author cleverly and quite appropriately captures her audience
with her overwhelmingly perceptive and grand images of racial struggles. In two of her most well known pieces - Africa and I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings -
Angelou addresses the concept of oppression among the black race, coming forth to stand as a twentieth century hero to her heritage. "Black women are very intimate with each
other, and we cross cultural and social status when talking to each other. The housekeeper and the madam of the house can both say Ummm, ummm, ummm, umm umm,
and everybody understands. The fact is, the majority of us can hear each others callings and hear each others cries. All you have to do is sit in