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The Hill We Climb

By: Amanda Gorman, Oprah Winfrey - foreword
Narrated by: Amanda Gorman, Oprah Winfrey
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Amanda Gorman’s powerful and historic poem “The Hill We Climb”, read at President Joe Biden’s inauguration

“Stunning.” (CNN)

“Dynamic.” (NPR)

“Deeply rousing and uplifting.” (Vogue)

On January 20, 2021, Amanda Gorman became the sixth and youngest poet to deliver a poetry reading at a presidential inauguration. Taking the stage after the 46th president of the United States, Joe Biden, Gorman captivated the nation and brought hope to viewers around the globe. Her poem “The Hill We Climb: An Inaugural Poem for the Country” can now be cherished in this special audiobook. Including an enduring foreword by Oprah Winfrey, this keepsake celebrates the promise of America and affirms the power of poetry.

©2021 Amanda Gorman (P)2021 Penguin Audio

Featured Article: 175+ of the Best Quotes from Black Authors, Activists, Entrepreneurs, and Artists to Celebrate Black History Month


Black History is American History. Whether writers, poets, activists, entertainers, scientists, entrepreneurs, or some combination thereof, Black people have frequently offered exactly the right words when they were needed most. This sweeping collection of wise, stirring, and thought-provoking words from Black Americans offers much to inspire all Americans.

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Beautiful

Thank you for sharing your voice with us. I will cherish my book and this audio file forever.

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Inspiring and beautiful.

As amazing as the first time I heard it on the day of the presidential inauguration. Gorman has given our nation a gift in this poem and her performance. I hope this becomes required reading/viewing in schools.

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Power of Inspiration

The poem is as powerfully inspirational here as it was the day of the inauguration!

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Beautiful in every way

This poem is so beautiful and heartfelt. I love her extraordinary wordsmithing and passionate writing.

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Be the light spoke volumes to my soul. This poem is an inspiration of hope.

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Absolutely Stunning

Love the cadence of the powerful message everyone should listen to over and over until it soaks into our very bones.

“There is always light, if only we are brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to BE it.” Amanda Gorman

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Powerful!

Powerful, hopeful, and beautiful. Full expression of Love and Light!! Ordered the full book of poetry due out in September, but ordered this Audible version to hear her powerful words NOW.

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Each time my mind and heart need a reminder...

Of the greatness that remains in our young women, I listen to Amanda Gorman. Thanks.

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Inspiration and Hope

This young poet’s ideas fills all American’s hearts with the truth that we can each make a difference and better our shared world.

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The poem is true and beautiful. Such talent and grace thank you Amanda for sharing

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