Maya Angelou Quotes

Self-pity in its early stages is as snug as a feather mattress. Only when it hardens does it become uncomfortable.
Maya Angelou

Become, Early, Feather

I believe we are still so innocent. The species are still so innocent that a person who is apt to be murdered believes that the murderer, just before he puts the final wrench on his throat, will have enough compassion to give him one sweet cup of water.
Maya Angelou

Person, Him, Give

Effective action is always unjust.
Maya Angelou

Action, Effective, Unjust

While the rest of the world has been improving technology, Ghana has been improving the quality of man's humanity to man.
Maya Angelou

Technology, Humanity, While

Some critics will write 'Maya Angelou is a natural writer' - which is right after being a natural heart surgeon.
Maya Angelou

Heart, After, Write

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Nationality: American

Type: Poet

Born: April 4, 1928

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