Discussion Post 4

Name: Institutional Affiliation: Professor: Course: Date: Maya Angelou's Description of Mrs. Flowers In I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings, Maya Angelou describes Mrs. Bertha Flowers as a woman of grace, dignity, and refinement. Mrs. Flowers is the "aristocrat of Black Stamps" to introduce her status as an influential person in her community (Angelou 20). The description showcases her ability to stay elegant amidst difficult periods. The decorative hats and delicate dresses distinguish her style from other rural Arkansas women who maintain functional overalls. By describing her smooth and rich skin, Angelou reveals how this physical feature symbolizes her eleganc...