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The Hill We Climb

An Inaugural Poem for the Country

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The Hill We Climb

By: Amanda Gorman, Oprah Winfrey - introduction
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Amanda Gorman’s powerful and historic poem “The Hill We Climb,” read at President Joe Biden’s inauguration

“Stunning.” —CNN
“Dynamic.” —NPR
“Deeply rousing and uplifting.” —Vogue


On January 20, 2021, Amanda Gorman became the sixth and youngest poet to deliver a poetry reading at a presidential inauguration. Taking the stage after the 46th president of the United States, Joe Biden, Gorman captivated the nation and brought hope to viewers around the globe. Her poem “The Hill We Climb: An Inaugural Poem for the Country” can now be cherished in this special audiobook. Including an enduring foreword by Oprah Winfrey, this keepsake celebrates the promise of America and affirms the power of poetry.

Accolades & Awards

Goodreads Choice Award
2021
Goodreads Choice Award Inspiring United States World Literature Poetry Feel-Good African American

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Thank you for sharing your voice with us. I will cherish my book and this audio file forever.

Beautiful

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As amazing as the first time I heard it on the day of the presidential inauguration. Gorman has given our nation a gift in this poem and her performance. I hope this becomes required reading/viewing in schools.

Inspiring and beautiful.

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The poem is as powerfully inspirational here as it was the day of the inauguration!

Power of Inspiration

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This poem is so beautiful and heartfelt. I love her extraordinary wordsmithing and passionate writing.

Beautiful in every way

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Be the light spoke volumes to my soul. This poem is an inspiration of hope.

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