Bill Moyers Journal . Photo Essay: Nikki Giovanni

Photo Essay: Nikki Giovanni

February 13, 2009

Poet Nikki Giovanni reflected on life, revolution and art in her conversation with Bill Moyers. View a slideshow of her personal photos and her words below:

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Published February 13, 2009.

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