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Milton Meltzer’s biography chronicles the life of Langston Hughes, from his early years to his emergence as a leading voice of the Harlem Renaissance. It traces how Hughes devoted his career to writing about the Black experience in America, offering insight into his personal background, literary achievements, and enduring influence on American poetry.
First publish date: 1972
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Milton Meltzer
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