Synopses & Reviews
First published in 1958, this compilation of the writings of Langston Hughes is drawn from every category of his prodigious literary achievement. It combines highlights of the novels, stories, plays, poems, songs, and essays that have established his commanding position in world literature. Among the selections are the complete libretto of his popular musical comedy ; the text of his pageant ; his one-act play, ; generous portions of his autobiographies, and ; and of the incomparable Simple trilogy: and .
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A comprehensive anthology of the work of Langston Hughes, one of America's best-loved poets.
Synopsis
With art and wit, Langston Hughes defined the place of Black Americans in all of the forms of American literary expression. Available again is the classic anthology from the leader of the Harlem Renaissance.
About the Author
Born in Joplin, Missouri, in 1902, the "O Henry of Harlem," moved all over the country and settled eventually in New York City. He was a prolific writer, best known for his novels, plays and columns and one of the earliest innovators of jazz poetry.