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Analysis (ai): The poem satirizes individuals who engage in shallow displays of wealth and status while neglecting the true meaning of life. It compares to Angelou's other works by exploring themes of identity, class, and the resilience of the working class.
‘Weekend Glory’ by Maya Angelou explores important themes of identity and happiness. She uses the weekend as a way to explore what’s truly “glorious” and what’s not. Read Poem
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The night has been long, The wound has been deep, The pit has been dark, And the walls have been steep. Under a dead blue sky on a distant…
don’t know the facts, posin’ and preenin’ and puttin’ on acts,
Weekend Glory. Some clichty folks don't know the facts, posin' and preenin' and puttin' on acts, stretchin' their backs. They move into condos up over the ranks, pawn their souls to the local banks. Buying big cars they can't afford, ridin' around town actin' bored.
25 Αυγ 2014 · Her poems are known for their rhyme, metric and the tone of informality. The poem chosen for this analysis is titled Weekend Glory, a discussion of which follows. Weekend Glory is, in short, a celebration of work and life and the ideal balance between the two.
