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African American Lives 2

Maya Angelou Speaks on the Complexity of Heritage

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"Heritage is so complex that we have to be simple."

African American Lives 2

Maya Angelou Speaks About Her Grandmother

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Poet and author Maya Angelou speaks about her grandmother, Kentucky Shannon.

African American Lives 2

Maya Angelou Speaks About Her Grandfather

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Poet and author Maya Angelou speaks about her grandfather.

African American Lives 2

Maya Angelou Reflects on Her Mende Heritage

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Renowned Poet Maya Angelou recalls learning about her Mende Heritage.

African American Lives 2

Maya Angelou Learns an Unknown History of Her Family

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Maya Angelou learns an formerly buried portion of her family history.