Some of her works such as poems are even considered to be autobiographical kind of poems. ... For instance, her famous poem titled I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings inspired many women to embrace their talents in writing. ... Angelou's poem titled I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings is a significant poem that presents her writing style through the unique stylistic details that reflect on themes and action. ... From the review of Angelou's works including the poem I know Why the Caged Bird Sings, it is clear that she followed the most significant rules of writing a poem. ... Despite the r...

• Word Count: 1524
• Approx Pages: 6
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

In his famous poem "Black Art,"" he writes about the need of "poems that kill"" and "wrestle cops into alleys and take their weapons leaving them dead". ... In another poem from 1972 called "Who will survive America " he openly threatens the society and shows his contempt for the Christian belief system as part of the white dominant society. ... In one of his most known poems he offers criticism on the white dominated media society, which, in combination with alcohol and drugs, causes inertia and political passivity. The poem, called "The Revolution will not Be Televised"," is a strong appe...

• Word Count: 1192
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

There was a famous renaissance in Europe during the transition from medieval times to modern times that is still taught today. ... With this medal, he joined the ranks of famous African-Americans who spoke out or showed that racism was wrong such as Dr. ...

• Word Count: 2619
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate

In 1993, she recited her poem, "On the Pulse of the Morning," at President Clinton's inauguration. ... In addition, Angelou is making a point to readers, and specifically to Donleavy, that she is aware of these famous scholars. ...

• Word Count: 1074
• Approx Pages: 4
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate