I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

overcome

the details of her life growing up

Dr. Angelou's voice telling her own story cannot be surpassed. However, it felt like she may have recorded the narrative more recently, as her narrative sometimes fumbles, almost as if she's not reading her own words. But wouldn't trade her voice for anyone else.

Maya Angelou was reading the book.

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Her GrandMother.

It made me laugh and made me upset sometimes. I don't want to give to much detail of the book.

What a joy it was to listen to Maya Angelou narrate her story! The book is wonderful, and to have her narrate it made it amazing. I was sad when the book ended because I wanted to go on listening to her voice.

I dont know if I should be admitting this but I am, this was my first Maya Angelou book. I mean, I remember reading this book in early grade school but as a child I could have never grasped the meaning. Reading this story now as an adult I appreciate her honesty. Her narrative tone placed me by her side. I walked with her, laughed with her, hurt with her, and hugged her. This story took me to the place when I questioned my placement in the world and my natural beauty. I applaud Maya Angelou for being ever so brave to share her story. This story has encouraged me to always remain true to myself, seek the guidence of the Lord , and never never lose my faith. Thank you for writing this story.

An amazing story.

The story of Maya's early life was pretty amazing.

Her performance wasn't perfect, but it worked.

Yes.

yes, already have. triumph over adversity, an amazing story of the human experience at its worst and very best.

my most memorable was, as children, Maya and her brother Bailey laughing uncontrollably during church service when the preacher's false teeth fell out onto the floor.

her narration colored the story so vividly that I could often imagine exactly what these places, faces and things would be and feel like.

I felt the highs and lows of the human experience as Maya may have wanted her audience to. I never cried, but surely did laugh when it was funny. I felt a greater appreciation for Ms. Angelou and the amazing light she was to so many, myself included.

its a long audiobook, but worth the listen as so much of our life's journey takes twists and turns we can only understand in retrospect, this book shared the hope that we are given life's lemons to make amazing lemonade.

High!

There were many moments or learning and awakening.

I feel like I was with her. So real!

Both!

Real<br/>Horrific<br/>Delightful<br/>

I loved the glimpses allowed into the mind of Maya, the way she thought, the way she saw the world.

"Preach it!"

Several moments in this book were life-changing for Maya, but hearing her tell them was life-changing for me.

It's difficult to hear of the hardships and struggles of a young girl, but it is also good to see the strength and resilience of the human spirit.

I loved Maya Angelou's reading of the book. The story was interesting but not riveting because it simply listed and did not delve into events.

It was, if only to become more acquainted with Maya Angelou.

Ok, I know, this is the pivotal Maya Angelou, but I honestly love Mom and Me and Mom so much more.