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1 The Life of Langston Hughes
Ms De La O English 9

2 Born in Joplin, Missouri on February 1, 1902
Early Life James Langston Hughes Born in Joplin, Missouri on February 1, 1902 Caucasian (French) , African, and Native American

3 1919: Went to live with his father in Mexico
Young Adult Years 1919: Went to live with his father in Mexico 1922: Attended Columbia University 1926: The Weary Blues’ 1929: Received a B.A. from Lincoln University (HBCU)

4 The Harlem Renaissance
Began in the early 1900s "The New Negro Movement” Unique culture of African-Americans and redefined African-American expression. Celebration of heritage.

5 Later Years Wrote novels, short stories, plays, poetry, operas, essays, and works for children Died May 22,1967 20 East 127th Street in Harlem, New York. "Langston Hughes Place”

6 Langston Hughes the Poet
Race was at the center of Hughes’ works Attempted to speak to all Americans Free verse Imagery, Mood, Tone Rhythm and beat Stanzas weave wildly smooth tunes about life as a black American

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