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The Heart of a Woman (Oprah's Book Club),New
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In The Heart of a Woman Maya Angelou leaves California with her son, Guy, to go to New York. There she enters the society and world of black artists and writers. Not since her childhood has she lived in an almost black environment, and she is surprised at the obsession her new friends have with the white world around them. She stays for a while with John and Grace Killens and begins to read her writing at the Harlem Writers Guild. She continues to sing, most notably at the Apollo Theatre in Harlem, but more and more she begins to take part in the struggle of black Americans for their rightful place in the world. She helps organize a benefit cabaret for the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, and then is appointed Martin Luther Kings Northern Coordinator.Shortly after that, through her friend Abbey Lincoln, she takes one of the lead parts in Genet's The Blacks (it was a remarkable cast, including Godfrey Cambridge, Roscoe Lee Brown, James Earl Jones, Cicely Tyson, Raymond St. Jacques, and Lou Gossett), and even writes music for the production.In the meantime her personal life has taken a tempestuous turn. She has left the New York bail bondsman she was intending to marry and has fallen in love with a South African freedom fighter named Vusumzi Make, who sweeps her off her feet and eventually takes her to London and then to Cairo, where, as her marriage begins to break up, she becomes the first female editor of the Englishlanguage magazine.The Heart of a Woman is filled with unforgettable vignettes of famous people, from Billie Holiday to Malcolm X, but perhaps most important is the story of Maya Angelou's relationship with her son. Because this book chronicles, finally, the joys and the burdens of a black mother in America and how the son she had cherished so intensely and worked for so devotedly finally grows to be a man.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Heart of a Woman'? A: The main theme of 'The Heart of a Woman' revolves around Maya Angelou's journey as a black mother navigating her personal and professional life while engaging in the civil rights movement. The book explores her relationships, struggles, and the impact of her experiences on her son.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Heart of a Woman'? A: The author of 'The Heart of a Woman' is Maya Angelou, a renowned American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist.
- Q: What type of book is 'The Heart of a Woman'? A: The Heart of a Woman is an autobiography, detailing Maya Angelou's life experiences and significant moments as she interacts with influential figures and participates in the civil rights movement.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Heart of a Woman'? A: 'The Heart of a Woman' contains 288 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The binding type of 'The Heart of a Woman' is hardcover.
- Q: When was 'The Heart of a Woman' published? A: 'The Heart of a Woman' was published on May 17, 1997.
- Q: What notable figures are mentioned in 'The Heart of a Woman'? A: The book features notable figures such as Billie Holiday, Malcolm X, and Martin Luther King Jr., highlighting Maya Angelou's interactions with prominent individuals in the black community.
- Q: Is 'The Heart of a Woman' suitable for young readers? A: 'The Heart of a Woman' is generally aimed at adult readers due to its themes and content, and may not be suitable for younger audiences without parental guidance.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Maya Angelou in this book? A: Readers can expect a powerful and poetic writing style from Maya Angelou, rich with emotional depth and vivid storytelling that brings her experiences to life.
- Q: Is 'The Heart of a Woman' part of Oprah's Book Club? A: Yes, 'The Heart of a Woman' is part of Oprah's Book Club, which signifies its recognition and recommendation by Oprah Winfrey.