On The Pulse Of Morning by Maya Angelou

On The Pulse Of Morning by Maya Angelou, 20 pages

On The Pulse Of Morning was read by Angelou at President Bill Clinton's Inauguration on January 20, 1993.  It speaks of new beginnings for our country.  She uses the river, rock and tree as symbols.  For all, the poem symbolizes hope for our country and coming together as one nation.  Bill Clinton's Inauguration was a new beginning for our country.

A Brave And Startling Truth by Maya Angelou

A Brave And Startling Truth by Maya Angelou, 20 pages

Maya Angelou wrote this inspiring poem to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the founding of the United Nations. The poem was read on June 26, 1995 in San Francisco. Dedicated to the hope for peace, this poem is very inspirational.  The message is simple: a hope for peace around the world, so every man and woman can freely live without fear.  Beautifully and simply written.