Although best known as a prolific poet and author, Maya Angelou was a woman of many talents, also including acting, dancing and singing. She was also renowned for her wisdom and her outspokenness on topics of social and racial equality.

Angelou's was one of those rare voices of a generation that managed to elicit tangible and positive change, overcoming the challenges of racism and inequality with her unique talent for writing and expressing her ideas.

This book brings together some of Angelou's most interesting and inspiring thoughts on a variety of topics.