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Langston Hughes

1902 - 1967

Langston Hughes lived in many places when he was growing up.

Langston Hughes became a Poet.

He wrote about his feelings as an African American.

Langston Hughes also wrote novels, short stories and plays.

Langston Hughes moved to Harlem in New York City.

He became a famous writer in the Harlem Rennsaisance.

Langston Hughes died of cancer when he was 65 years old.

Netlinks for Langston Hughes

The Academy of American Poets: Langston Hughes