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The definitive sampling of a writer whose poems were “at the forefront of the Harlem Renaissance and of modernism itself, and today are fundamentals of American culture” (OPRAH Magazine). Here, for the first time, are all the poems that Langston Hughes published during his lifetime, arranged in the general order in which he wrote them. Lyrical and pungent, passionate and polemical, the result is a treasure of a book, the essential collection of a poet whose words have entered our common language.
The collection spans five decades, and is comprised of 868 poems (nearly 300 of which never before appeared in book form) with annotations by Arnold Rampersad and David Roessel. Alongside such famous works as “The Negro Speaks of Rivers” and Montage of a Dream Deferred, The Collected Poems includes Hughes's lesser-known verse for children; topical poems distributed through the Associated Negro Press; and poems such as “Goodbye Christ” that were once suppressed.
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Immerse yourself in the powerful prose of Langston Hughes with The Collected Poems of Langston Hughes (Vintage Classics). This exceptional anthology showcases the works of a writer who was not only a prominent figure in the Harlem Renaissance but also a pioneer of modernism itself. Hughes's poems have become a fundamental part of American culture, leaving an indelible mark on literary history.
Discover the entire poetic journey of Langston Hughes within the pages of this remarkable collection. With nearly 300 never-before-published poems and a total of 868 thought-provoking verses, this book offers an unparalleled glimpse into the mind of this influential poet. The poems are presented in the order in which they were written, taking you on a lyrical and captivating journey through five decades of literary brilliance.
Within the pages of The Collected Poems of Langston Hughes, you'll encounter an array of themes, from the pungent and passionate to the polemical and poignant. Each poem stands as a testament to Hughes's ability to encapsulate the essence of the human experience, making the book a true treasure for poetry lovers.
What sets this anthology apart is the inclusion of Hughes's lesser-known works, including his verses for children and topical poems that were distributed through the Associated Negro Press. Additionally, this collection unearths poems like "Goodbye Christ" that were once suppressed, allowing readers to fully appreciate the breadth and depth of Hughes's poetic genius.
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