Bloom's How to Write about Langston Hughes (Bloom's How to Write About Literature)

A poet, playwright, novelist, and public figure, Langston Hughes is regarded as a cultural hero, making his mark during the intellectual flowering of the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s and '30s. A prolific author, Hughes focused his writing on discrimination in and disillusionment with American society. His most noted works of poetry, fiction, and nonfiction are broached in this new volume, revealing the range and enduring vision of this multitalented writer. Students looking for guidance for essays about Hughes will appreciate this writing resource. Read more