--- product_id: 55319487 title: "Life Doesn't Frighten Me (Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition): A Poetry Picture Book" price: "€ 36.81" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/55319487-life-doesnt-frighten-me-twenty-fifth-anniversary-edition-a-poetry store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # 4.8/5 star rating from 1,910 readers Jean-Michel Basquiat’s iconic artwork 25 years of timeless inspiration Life Doesn't Frighten Me (Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition): A Poetry Picture Book **Price:** € 36.81 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📖 Fearless words, fearless art — own the iconic 25th anniversary edition! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Life Doesn't Frighten Me (Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition): A Poetry Picture Book - **How much does it cost?** € 36.81 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/55319487-life-doesnt-frighten-me-twenty-fifth-anniversary-edition-a-poetry) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Art Meets Poetry:** Jean-Michel Basquiat’s bold, childlike illustrations bring powerful emotions to life - • **Curated for the Curious:** Includes updated biographies and curated bibliographies for deeper artistic exploration - • **A Quarter Century of Courage:** Celebrating 25 years of Maya Angelou’s fearless poetry inspiring generations - • **Perfect Gift for Young Minds:** A beautifully sized, engaging introduction to poetry and contemporary art for children and adults alike - • **Highly Acclaimed & Accessible:** Top-ranked in children’s architecture and art history categories with rave reviews and unbeatable value ## Overview Life Doesn't Frighten Me (Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition) is a celebrated poetry picture book featuring Maya Angelou’s empowering poem paired with Jean-Michel Basquiat’s striking artwork. This edition includes updated biographies, an afterword, and curated bibliographies, making it a timeless introduction to poetry and contemporary art. With a 4.8-star rating from nearly 2,000 readers and top rankings in children’s and art book categories, it’s a must-have for anyone seeking inspiration and courage. ## Description Shadows on the wallNoises down the hallLife doesn't frighten me at all Maya Angelou's brave, defiant poem celebrates the courage within each of us, young and old. From the scary thought of panthers in the park to the unsettling scene of a new classroom, fearsome images are summoned and dispelled by the power of faith in ourselves.Angelou's strong words are matched by the daring vision of artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, whose childlike style reveals the powerful emotions and fanciful imaginings of childhood. Together, Angelou's words and Basquiat's paintings create a place where every child, indeed every person, may experience his or her own fearlessness.Celebrating its successful 25 years in print, this brilliant introduction to poetry and contemporary art features brief, updated biographies of Angelou and Basquiat, an afterword from the editor, and a fresh new look. A selected bibliography of Angelou's books and a selected museum listing of Basquiat's works open the door to further inspiration through the fine arts. |Shadows on the wall Noises down the hall Life doesn't frighten me at all Maya Angelou's brave, defiant poem celebrates the courage within each of us, young and old. From the scary thought of panthers in the park to the unsettling scene of a new classroom, fearsome images are summoned and dispelled by the power of faith in ourselves. Angelou's strong words are matched by the daring vision of artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, whose childlike style reveals the powerful emotions and fanciful imaginings of childhood. Together, Angelou's words and Basquiat's paintings create a place where every child, indeed every person, may experience his or her own fearlessness. In this brilliant introduction to poetry and contemporary art, brief biographies of Angelou and Basquiat accompany the text and artwork, focusing on the strengths they took from their lives and brought to their work. A selected bibliography of Angelou's books and a selected museum listing of Basquiat's/b>, works open the door to further inspiration through the fine arts. Review: Awesome collaboration and great quality - Great price for an iconic book, awesome poet & illustrator combination. Have spotted this on sale in posh shops for twice the price. Review: Lovely book for a gift for any child who likes to read - This was brought as a gift for my cousins little girl for Christmas. She is 5 and lovea reading and Maya Angelou is my favourite author so was a lovely ly introduction into Angelou's work. The illustrations were so complimentary to the poem too. The book is a nice size. The gift was very much appreciated ## Features - New Store Stock ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 34,106 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 29 in Children's Books on Architecture 113 in Individual Artists 343 in Art History by Theme & Concept | | Customer Reviews | 4.8 out of 5 stars 1,910 Reviews | ## Images ![Life Doesn't Frighten Me (Twenty-fifth Anniversary Edition): A Poetry Picture Book - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61AI1cNFyJL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome collaboration and great quality *by M***1 on 1 June 2025* Great price for an iconic book, awesome poet & illustrator combination. Have spotted this on sale in posh shops for twice the price. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Lovely book for a gift for any child who likes to read *by A***R on 9 January 2021* This was brought as a gift for my cousins little girl for Christmas. She is 5 and lovea reading and Maya Angelou is my favourite author so was a lovely ly introduction into Angelou's work. The illustrations were so complimentary to the poem too. The book is a nice size. The gift was very much appreciated ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Beautiful, rhythmic and helpful. *by L***U on 3 August 2020* Lovely book. The rhythm of the poetry helps young children read with the right cadence and the illustrations are glorious. Great way to help little ones talk about fear and overcoming it. ## Frequently Bought Together - Life Doesn't Frighten Me: A Poetry Picture Book - I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings - Phenomenal Woman: Four Poems Celebrating Women --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/55319487-life-doesnt-frighten-me-twenty-fifth-anniversary-edition-a-poetry](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/55319487-life-doesnt-frighten-me-twenty-fifth-anniversary-edition-a-poetry) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-07-22*