The works of Maya Angelou encompass autobiography, plays, poetry, teleplays, and also childrens books: --Life Doesnt Frighten Me (1993), which is illustrated with drawings by artist Jean-Michel Basquiat and was written, as Angelou said, “for all children who whistle in the dark and who refuse to admit that they’re frightened out of their wits.” (Ages 3 and up!) A reviewer stated: Buy this book for yourself or a friend or a kid or anyone you want to remind that we should not be afraid of living, that we should never let fear get in the way of our own possibility, of the endless opportunities that this hard gorgeous world has to offer, no matter where we start or what our present circumstances may be. Buy this book and remember to live bravely. --My Painted House, My Friendly Chicken and Me (1994), which tells the story about Thandi, a South African Ndebele girl, her mischievous brother, her beloved chicken, and the astonishing mural art produced by the women of her people. (Ages 3 to 7) --Kofi and His Magic (1996) is about a young Ashanti boy, who invites readers to visit his West African village, famous for fine kente cloth, and to share his magic: a masterful imagination. Kofi is an engaging scamp whose vivid “daydreams” that transport him to other places will speak to children everywhere and present them with a clear vision of his beloved West African world. Kofi’s joy in his life is reflected in text and pictorial content and will be an eye-opener to more materialistic children in technically developed environments. (Ages 7 and up) Maya also wrote the Mayas World series children books (2004): Itak of Lapland, ISBN 0-375-92833-2 Angelina of Italy, ISBN 0-375-82832-X Renée Marie of France ISBN 0-375-82834-6 Mikale of Hawaii ISBN 0-375-92835-9
Posted on: Mon, 02 Jun 2014 16:48:45 +0000
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