The Heart Of A Woman

The Heart of a Woman by Dr Maya Angelou continues her exuberant, lyrical autobiography series, transporting readers to the rich tapestry of mid-20th century America. In this fourth volume, we follow Angelou as she steps into the world of black writers and artists in Harlem. Demonstrating her indomitable spirit and unwavering dedication to social justice, Angelou becomes deeply involved in the civil rights movement, working alongside luminary figures such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X.

Through her powerful prose, Angelou recounts her experiences of motherhood, struggling with the complexities of raising her son, Guy, while chasing her own dreams. The book captures the elegance and vibrancy of Harlem’s artistic community, while also portraying the brutal reality of racial discrimination and the relentless fight for freedom and equality.

From the beloved and bestselling author of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, this memoir chronicles Maya Angelou's involvement with the civil rights movement.

'A brilliant writer, a fierce friend, and a truly phenomenal woman' - BARACK OBAMA

Maya Angelou's seven volumes of autobiography are a testament to the talents and resilience of this extraordinary writer. Loving the world, she also knows its cruelty. As a black woman, she has known discrimination and extreme poverty, but also hope, joy, achievement, and celebration.

The fourth volume of her enthralling autobiography finds Maya Angelou immersed in the world of black writers and artists in Harlem, working in the civil rights movement with Martin Luther King Jr.

'She moved through the world with unshakeable calm, confidence, and a fierce grace... She will always be the rainbow in my clouds' - OPRAH WINFREY

'She was important in so many ways. She launched African American women writing in the United States. She was generous to a fault. She had nineteen talents - used ten. And was a real original. There is no duplicate' - TONI MORRISON

The Heart of a Woman is a compelling narrative that charts Angelou's growth as a writer, her quest for identity, and her unyielding dedication to social justice. Her story resonates with the sorrows and triumphs of a generation, making this a timeless classic and an essential read for anyone passionate about literature, history, and the human spirit.