PoèteLangston Hughes
ÉpoqueHarlem Renaissance
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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Quand1943
PourquoiThe poem reflects Hughes' response to the ongoing struggle for African American civil rights. It emphasizes the urgency and necessity of freedom and equality, rejecting the notion of waiting for change.
FormeFree verse