Collected Poems

Name: Collected Poems
Author: Langston Hughes

by Langston Hughes

Comprehensive collection of poet's career spanning lyrics, protest, and folk traditions

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Langston Hughes

Langston Hughes was the poet laureate of the Harlem Renaissance, but he also wrote significant prose fiction including his Jesse B. Semple columns and the novel Not Without Laughter. His work brought jazz rhythms and vernacular speech into American literature.

More by Langston Hughes

Not Without LaughterNovel of Black family's struggles and resilience during economic hardship and racism
The Ways of White FolksCollection of stories exploring race relations and African American experiences
Simple Speaks His MindCollection of sketches featuring comic character Simple commenting on American race relations
Laughing to Keep from CryingCollection of stories depicting African American life, humor, and social commentary
Simple Takes a WifeCollection of Simple sketches with working-class protagonist addressing social issues
The Weary BluesPoetry collection exploring African American experience, jazz rhythms, and urban life