Langston Hughes

United StatesHarlem RenaissanceEnglish

Langston Hughes (1901–1967) was an American poet, social activist, and a leading figure of the Harlem Renaissance. Known for his innovative jazz poetry, Hughes wrote extensively about the African American experience. His work spanned poetry, plays, and novels, contributing significantly to American literature.

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Poems by Langston Hughes