Quote By Maya Angelou

The desire to reach the stars is ambitious. The desire to reach hearts is wise.

Acclaimed Poet, Memoirist, and Civil Rights Activist.

Born: April 4, 1928

Died: May 28, 2014

Maya Angelou was an acclaimed American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist. Best known for "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," she overcame adversity to become a voice for African Americans and women worldwide.

Explanation Of The Quote

Maya Angelou contrasts ambition for material success with the wisdom of connecting and impacting others on a deeper emotional level. She suggests that genuine and meaningful connections with others hold more value and wisdom than mere external achievements.

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