Maya Angelou's memoir, "I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings," has faced numerous challenges and bans due to its explicit content and exploration of sensitive topics such as sexual assault and racism. However, supporters argue that the book's themes of censorship, silence, and the importance of confronting uncomfortable realities make it a valuable and necessary read for young people. Despite the controversy, the memoir has become one of the most taught non-fiction texts in US high school English classes.