Langston Hughes

"Well, I like to eat, sleep, drink, and be in love. I like to work, read, learn, and understand life."

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Source: Langston Hughes (2011). “Selected Poems of Langston Hughes”, p.248, Vintage

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Langston Hughes

Langston Hughes

Poet, Novelist

Langston Hughes was a prominent American poet and social activist known for his impactful works that explore themes of race, identity, and resilience.

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