The Poetry and Life of Langston Hughes Analytical Essay by AGoodman
The Poetry and Life of Langston Hughes
An in-depth look at the work and life of the famous black poet Langston Hughes.
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| 2,505 words
| 8 sources
| MLA
| 2002
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Published
on May 22, 2002
in
African-American Studies
(1870-1950)
, Literature
(American)
, Literature
(Poetry)
, English
(Analysis)
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Description:
This paper examines the work of poet, Langston Hughes. The author emphasizes this poet's contribution to the world of poetry and literature and looks at how his writings impacted black society and helped voice the concerns of the American black community.
From the Paper:
"Langston Hughes has been called the Poet Laureate of the African American people. He was a prolific writer rising to a fame achieved by few other poets. He wrote expressive essays, poetry, short stories, and novels. Through his writing Langston voiced the needs and concerns of the black people that otherwise would have gone unheard. Langston was also involved in the Harlem renaissance through his inspirational writing inspired itself by the people of Harlem. Langston served as an inspiration for writers, composers, playwrights and all others in Harlem. “With his rich poetic voice, nurturing generosity, warm humor, and abiding love of black people, Langston Hughes was one of the dominant voices in American literature of this century and perhaps the single most influential black poet. (Heath, 1-2)”Cite this Analytical Essay:
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"The Poetry and Life of Langston Hughes" 22 May 2002.
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