Angelou, Maya. Celebrations; rituals of peace and prayer.ANGELOU, Maya Angelou, Maya (mī`ə ăn`jəl  ), 1928–, African-American writer and performer, b. St. Louis, Mo. as Marguerite Johnson. . Celebrations; rituals of peace and prayer. Read by
the author. 1 cd. 43 minutes. Books on Tape. 2006. 1-4159-3256-5.
$18.00. Vinyl; content notes. SA *
Written for special occasions such as the 50th anniversary of the creation of the United Nations, President Clinton's inauguration INAUGURATION. This word was applied by the Romans to the ceremony of dedicating some temple, or raising some man to the priesthood, after the augurs had been consulted. It was afterwards applied to the installation (q.v. in 1993, and Oprah's 50th birthday, this collection of poems is aptly titled. As a chronicler of both the ordinary and the extraordinary in life, Angelou sees cause for celebration in both. Read by the author herself, the words take on a special meaning with Angelou's distinctive, dignified dig·ni·fied adj. Having or expressing dignity. dig  ni·fied ly adv. voice. As an advocate for peace, author of an
autobiographical series, teacher and poet, Angelou is an inspiration to
all. Listening to her read her own eloquent poetic creations is a truly
unique and uplifting experience. Brief sections of her singing are
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