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=Poets express the feelings in a way that relates to others. __Maya Angelou (more than a poet)__ by Elaine Slivinski Lisandrelli is an amazing book, about how Maya Angelou was the first african-american to in the United States history to write and deliver a poem for the presidential inauguration. She is important because she over came many boundaries and obstacles throughout her life to become the successful women she is today. She inspired so many women to achieve higher goals for their selves. = = = =Born and raised during segregated times, in the 1930's Maya did the unthinkable. Years later after from moving from Arkanasas, and overcame many hardships, a special oppurtunity was presented to her-- author, playwright, professional stage and screen producer, director, proformer, and singer. =