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Who Was Langston Hughes?

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Who Was Langston Hughes?

By: Billy Merrell, Who HQ
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Find out how a young boy from the Midwest became one of the most important writers and activists of the Harlem Renaissance in this addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling series!

Langston Hughes was born in Joplin, Missouri, and was raised by his grandmother, who told him many stories of the Black American experience and taught him to be proud of his race from a young age. With her guidance, Langston went on to become a talented writer in high school, creating dramatic plays, poetry, and articles for the school paper. His career as a writer would continue to blossom. Langston pioneered Jazz Poetry and published nearly twenty poetry books during his lifetime as well as novels, books for children, nonfiction books, and plays. He was an activist and a major figure of the Harlem Renaissance period, alongside Zora Neale Hurston and Countee Cullen. Young listeners can learn about Langston's beloved writing, including some of his most famous poems "Dreams" and "The Weary Blues," and his long-lasting legacy in this middle-grade biography.

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During my High school yrs i heard of the great work of Langston Hughes. He was a great pioneer in poetry & writing & I am so happy to learn about his life & struggles..As an African American unknown,self published Poet & Children's Book Author of 67 yrs of age ,I grew up in Generational poverty.Dad taught us to work hard & to be the best! I have worked hard to get my ( 4 ) 5 star books to the people attention. I will leave a Legacy! Truly I ,understand some of the struggles ,hardships, & disappointments writers endure. However, I have faith in GOD it will all work out. Langston Hughes story encouraged me.& i know with GOD all things are possible!

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