Langston Hughes / Bloom, Harold

Poet, playwright, novelist, and public figure, Langston Hughes is regarded as a cultural hero who made his mark during the Harlem Renaissance.

Examines the life and work of twentieth-century American author Langston Hughes, featuring a biographical profile, critical analysis of the themes, symbols, and ideas in his writing, a selection of critical essays, a chronology, and references.

A collection of twelve critical essays on Hughes and his work, arranged in chronological order of their original publication.

A collection of critical essays about the life and works of poet, playwright, novelist, and public figure, Langston Hughes, that chronicles his childhood in Lawrence, Kansas, and his success as one of the foremost writers of the Harlem Renaissance.