Lucy Dunn the need for unity and hope in resistance to oppressive forces , pushing for a sense of community . Thus , Angelou ’ s poetry is crucial in directing the way for change , even within marginalised groups themselves ; her active and overt protest through poetry undeniably remains heard .
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Lucy is an English Literature and History student with a particular fascination in the 20th Century – in both subjects ! Within English , her interests also lie in the works of women writers , Black feminism and intersectional criticism . In the future , Lucy hopes to enter the arts sector and focus on creative writing .