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Important Maya Angelou Archive. 10 historically relevant books from Angelou's personal library; also includes 5 Maya Angelou-owned pre-publication copies preceding the first editions of 5 of her own books. Also comes with Maya Angelou's Personal Photo album documenting her philanthropic work with UNICEF and 2 Original Honorary PhD degrees awarded to Maya Angelou. The books from Angelou's personal library include Baldwin's Harlem: A Biography of James Baldwin, which also has Angelou's bookplate in pink in the front cover and an inscription by the author reading "To our poetess, One of the Greatest Women of the Century" ; and A Profile of the Negro American, with Angelou's pink bookplate.(the book is a review of disparate impacts on health, education, and crime, together with an interpretation of the Negro American identity and an evaluation of civil rights progress through the early 1960s; and The Story of Atlanta University with an inscribed note "To Maya" which goes over the history of the… Read More

[New York]: [Limited Editions Club], [1994]. First Edition. Original Art. Fine in a Fine cloth clamshell box. John Biggers. Large folio consisting of 5 ORIGINAL LITHOGRAPHS and the title and colophon pages. For her favorite poem, originally published in I SHALL NOT BE MOVED, Angelou chose the internationally acclaimed African-American printmaker John Biggers to illustrate a book published by the Limited Editions Club in an edition of only 400 numbered copies signed by both the author and the artist. It was one of the largest-format books (17-3/4" x 22") ever issued by the club. This is the separate portfolio of 5 numbered 18" x 24" lithographs, all individually SIGNED by the artist, laid in a large cloth clamshell box with the artist's name lettered in black on the front. This is set #58 of only 60 sets in addition to about a dozen various proof copies.

(New York): (Limited Editions Club), (2003). First Edition. Original Art. Fine in a close to Fine, faintly stained velvet-lined brown cloth clamshell box with a gilt-lettered leather label on the front. Dean Mitchell. Folio (22-1/2" x 20") consisting of 6 color etchings and 3 letterpress text pages: a title page, table of contents, and a colophon page. There were 400 copies of Angelou's book illustrated by Mitchell and published by the Limited Editions Club but only 90 copies of the portfolio of numbered and SIGNED color etchings of jazz musicians playing various instruments. This is copy #26 of 75 (there were also 15 Proofs), with each etching numbered and SIGNED by the artist.

Maya Angelou; John T. Biggers [illustrator]. Our Grandmothers. [New York]: Limited Editions Club, [1994]. Limited edition of 400 copies printed to handmade paper, of which this is number 14, signed by the author as "Joy Maya Angelou" and the illustrator to the limitation page. Folio (21.75 x 17.5 inches; 552 x 444 cm). Unpaginated. Illustrated with five lithographs by John T. Biggers. Publisher's maroon cloth lettered in black. Housed in matching clamshell case. Fine.Angelou specifically request John T. Biggers, her favorite artist, as the illustrator for this limited edition released of her poem. "...what has come together here more basically are the accomplishments of two richly endowed artists -on in literature and one in art. And united them so triumphantly has been the achievement of dedicated experts in typography, printing, papermaking and fine book binding." Limited Editions Club Newsletter (laid in), Number 572, Series 54, Volume 3, February 1994.

Maya Angelou's Music, Deep Rivers in My Soul is a groundbreaking event for us, a first edition that she wrote especially for our members! She also inspire the exceptional artist, Dean Mitchell, to create six glorious etchings for the book.Even better, Maya Angelou inspired Wynton Marsalis to compose and perform with her a thirty minute CD with Dr. Angelou reading her poem.And, inspired by Dean Mitchell, the esteemed art critic of The New York Times, Michael Kimmelman, in the April 26, 2002 edition devoted nearly the entire front page of the Arts section to a glowing review."Mr. Mitchell's works are subtly tuned character studies with an eye toward abstract form and charismatic light. Mr. Mitchell is a virtual modern-day Vermeer of ordinary black people given dignity through the eloquence of his concentration and touch."From the art critic of New Orleans' Times-Picayune: "In the world of romantic realism, it doesn't get much better than this."Six colored etchings and Afterword by Dean Mitchell.CD of… Read More

(N.p.): Limited Editions Club, 1994. Biggers, John. Folio. (14)ff. One of 400 copies. Signed by the author and artist. Angelou requested that, for this first edition, her poem be illustrated by her favorite artist, John T. Biggers. Biggers' images are totemic, enshrining ancestral traditions in iconographic and dynamic drawings. Like Angelou's poetry, they reach into the past and stretch into the future, emphasizing the necessary continuity of family on which Black culture so often relies. Typeset by Dan Carr and Julia Ferrari at Golgonooza Letter Foundry, and printed by Dan Keleher at Wild Carrot Letterpress on paper specially formulated for this book by H. M. P. Mill from a blend of rags, cotton pulp, and bits of raw cotton. Bound by John von Isakovics at the Jovonis Bindery in red linen. Limited Editions Club Newsletter announcing the book laid in, lightly creased. Housed in a matching clamshell box. Staining to corners from black paper lining of the box, else a fine copy.

New York: The Limited Editions Club. New. 2003. Limited Edition. Hardcover. A unique publication for The Limited Editions Club, with this also being the first edition, written specifically for the members of LEC. Dean Mitchell provides 3 color etchings for the book. Wynton Marsalis brings a 3rd dimension, who composed a 30min interpretation of Angelou's as a celebration of Jazz. A CD of the composition, which includes Maya Angelou reading her poem is included in a special compartment of the case. The book was very well received by critics, Michael Kimmelman from the New York Times, dedicated almost the entire front page of the April 26th 2002 edition to Mitchell's art. Book comes in one volume 23 x 20 inches, with a CD by Wynton Marsalis and Maya Angelou. This copy being #249 of 400, signed by Angelou, Mitchell and Marsalis. Slipcase in NF condition, with a small mark on the front cover. Book as new. Laid in is the original Monthly Newsletter #592 and the LEC invoice for $4000.… Read More

New York: The Limited Editions Club, 1994. Number 64 of a limited edition of 400 copies, signed by the author and artist. Includes five evocative lithographs by Biggers to accompany Angelou's poem. The book is bound in Japanese linen dyed the color of red Georgia clay, with the text printed on fine handmade paper - made from rags, cotton and bits of raw cotton - created especially for this edition. The clamshell box is covered in the same red linen and lined in black. The book is in fine condition with tight binding, pristine pages, no names or other markings. The box is near fine condition with a faded (but red) spine and uneven fading to the top lid. Obtained from the original owner who purchased the book from the Limited Editions Club and includes the LEC newsletter for this title. The book measures approximately 22 x 17.5 inches.. Signed By the Author and the Artist. Limited Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Near Fine Clamshell Box. Elephant Folio - over 15" - 23" tall.

Easton Press, 2005. Hardcover. As New. Glorious, hard to find leather bound Easton Press signed (unstated limitation) of this Angelou collection of poetry. As New, unread condition! Without dj as issued. Laid is a blank Easton book plate along with the COA. This copy was only opened to check integrity and then archive bagged immediately. Really nice collectible book by this very well respected writer. From original owner collection.

New York: Random House, 1969. First Edition, First Printing. Cloth. Near fine/near fine. The first edition, first printing of I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, signed by Maya Angelou.. Octavo, 281pp. [1]. Black cloth, title stamped in gilt and red on spine. Top edge dyed red. Stated "first printing" with publisher's full number line on copyright page. Slight lean to text block, clean text throughout. In the publisher's first issue dust jacket, with $5.95 retail price on front flap and "2/70" code on rear panel. Light shelf wear to spine, vibrant illustrations, a near fine example. Dust jacket designed by Vincent Torre. (Blockson 3069) Signed "Joy! / Maya Angelou" on the half-title.

New York: Random House, 1969. First Edition, First Printing. First edition, first printing stated on the copyright page with number line going down to the two which is typical for Random House publishers. Signed by author on professionally tipped in page from a signed limited edition, therefore the authenticity is guaranteed. Measuring approximately 8.5" x 5.5" with 281 numbered pages. This book is in very good plus condition. Moderate bumping to both ends of spine. Moderate staining to spine. Minor scuffing to both boards. Professionally tipped in page signed by author opposite of front pastedown. Minor staining on rear pastedown. Dust jacket is in good plus condition. Minor bumping and scuffing to spine. Original 5.95 price on front flap. I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings is a 1969 autobiography describing the young and early years of American writer and poet Maya Angelou. Please view the many other rare titles available for purchase at our store. We are always interested in purchasing… Read More

Random House, 2002-03-04. hardcover. Like New. 5x1x8. Angelou inscribed (not to anyone)"Joy" and signed on the half title page. First thus first printing (Random House 2002 edition) in brand new unread condition in like price intact jacket. Please email for photos.

New York: The Limited Editions Club, 1998. Number 64 of a limited edition of 300, signed by the artist and by Maya Angelou who selected the poems. Includes six vibrant silkscreens [serigraphs] by Beasley which incorporate various media to provide in collage a graphic expression of Black family life. The book is bound in rich royal purple cloth with leather front cover label, and housed in a matching clamshell case lined in black ultrasuede. The book is in fine condition with tight binding, pristine pages, no names or other markings. The box has some fading to the spine and bottom but even the faded areas are decidedly purple, and is in otherwise fine condition. Obtained from the original owner who purchased the book from the Limited Editions Club. Includes the LEC newsletter for this title. Book size is approximately 20.75 x 15.75 inches. . Signed by Maya Angelou and the Artist. Limited Edition. Hard Cover. Fine/Near Fine Clamshell Box. Elephant Folio - over 15" - 23" tall.

New York: Modern Library, 2004. 1st Edition. Hard Cover. NEW/JACKET NEW. 8vo - over 7¾"" - 9¾"" tall. Signed by Author. SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR on a special, decorative bookplate on the half title page: ""Joy"" ""Maya Angelou"" AN EXTREMELY CLEAN, ATTRACTIVE COPY WITH A BRIGHT, BEAUTIFUL DUSTJACKET IN NEW, GLOSSY BRODART. FIRST PRINTING WITH FULL NUMBER LINE FROM 1 TO 10. NO PREVIOUS OWNER MARKINGS. 1167 PAGES. SCARCE, HANDSOME, COLLECTIBLE COPY IN GIFT GIVING CONDITION.

New York: Random House, 1969. 1st Edition. Hard Cover. BOOK NEAR FINE/JACKET VERY GOOD+. 8vo - over 7¾"" - 9¾"" tall. Signed by Author. SIGNED, DATED, INSCRIBED ""JOY"" BY THE AUTHOR on library card attached to the book. AN EXTREMELY CLEAN, ATTRACTIVE COPY WITH A BRIGHT DUSTJACKET IN NEW, GLOSSY BRODART. ANGELOU HAS SIGNED, DATED (JAN. 18,1994) AND WRITTEN ""JOY"" on the library card catalog entry for this title which is 3""x5"". NO PREVIOUS OWNER MARKINGS. 1ST EDITION/1ST PRINTING. HANDSOME, COLLECTIBLE AND UNIQUE COPY.

SIGNED by Maya Angelou, Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson! As New. Opened only for all three artists' signatures!. "When I'm on stage with Dr. Angelou, I become one of those people who came to see her as opposed to one of the people performing with her" (Nick Ashford). 1st Edition. UNIQUE Signed Maya Angelou. In 1996, legendary songwriters Ashford and Simpson ("Ain't No Mountain High Enough," "Solid as a Rock," "Solid as Barack" for President Barack Obama's 2009 Presidential Inauguration) teamed with Angelou to write/produce/record the album "Been Found." Presented is a never-played CD of "Been Found," the first recording of Ashford and Simpson's new label, Hopsack & Silk, signed by Maya Anglou, Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson. This is the only such copy we've ever seen, acquired on the occasion of the wedding of Jimmy Simpson, Valerie's brother. Angelou's musical history, with a legendary association! A Unique item for a most discerning collector of Maya Angelou and/or contemporary music. Book… Read More

The Museum of African American Art, African Studies Center, Johns Hopkins University Press, 1971. Paperback. Good. [From the library of Dr. Ralph Gomes, Howard University.] A massive collection of 55 issues of African Art, African-American Art and Literature Review Magazines, printed 1971-2002. Softcover. Shelf wear. Small tears to some spines. Light creasing to some issues. One issue of Callaloo is lacking rear wrap. Minor staining to a couple volumes. <br> Contents: African Arts (Vol. V, No. 1 - Vol. XX, No. 4) 12 issues (Non-sequential), Black Art: An International Quarterly (Vol. 4, No. 3 - Vol. 5, No. 4) 6 issues, The International Review - African American Art (Vol. 6. No. 1 - Vol. 17, No. 3) 31 issues(Non-sequential), African American Review Vol. 32, No. 3, Callaloo - A Journal of African-American and African Arts and Letters (Vol. 24, No. 3 - Vol. 25, No. 4) 5 issues. <br> Interesting works in this collection include: Mud Mansions of Northern Sudan, Black Gods and Kings: Yoruba… Read More

Signed limited edition (43 of 400). Very fine condition in slipcase. Hardcover.

The Easton Press, 2015. Signed Collector's Edition. Leather bound and boxed. Very good. [8], 281, [1] pages. Boxed, With Certificate of Authenticity laid in, signed by Maya Angelou and witnessed by Mildred Garris on 2/16/99. Also signed by Roy S. Pfeil, Publisher. Signed on a special signature page by Maya Angelou with the sentiment Joy!. Maya Angelou (born Marguerite Annie Johnson; April 4, 1928 - May 28, 2014) was an American poet, singer, memoirist, and civil rights activist. She published seven autobiographies, three books of essays, several books of poetry, and is credited with a list of plays, movies, and television shows spanning over 50 years. Angelou is best known for her series of seven autobiographies, which focus on her childhood and early adult experiences. The first, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (1969), tells of her life up to the age of 17 and brought her international recognition and acclaim. She became a poet and writer after a series of occupations as a young adult. She was an… Read More