This biography traces Hughes' life and artistic development, from
his early years of isolation, which fostered his fierce
independence, to his prolific life as a poet, playwright, lyricist,
and journalist. Hughes' inspiring story is told through 21 engaging
chapters, each providing a fascinating vignette of the artistic,
personal, and political associations that shaped his life.
Recounted are the pivotal developments in his literary career, with
all its struggles and rewards, as well as his travel adventures to
Africa, Europe, and Asia, and his political commitments to fight
fascism as well as racism. Langston Hughes was raised by a
grandmother who actively aided the Underground Railroad, and his
first forays into poetry reflected personal tales of slavery and
heroism. Through his poetry, Hughes lived up to a proud tradition
and continued the uplifting legacy of his race. He was a
renaissance man in nearly every aspect of his life, and his name
has become synonymous with the Harlem Renaissance movement he
helped launch. This biography traces Hughes' life and artistic
development, from his early years of isolation, which fostered his
fierce independence, to his prolific life as a poet, playwright,
lyricist, and journalist. Hughes' inspiring story is told through
21 engaging chapters, each providing a fascinating vignette of the
artistic, personal, and political associations that shaped his
life. Recounted are the pivotal developments in his literary
career, with all its struggles and rewards, as well as his travel
adventures to Africa, Europe, and Asia, and his political
commitments to fight fascism as well as racism. A timeline, a
selected bibliography of biographical and critical sources, and a
complete list of Hughes' writings complete the volume.
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