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Langston Hughes

Born: 01-02-1901 – Died: 22-05-1967

Nationality: American

Known for: Poet, playwright, Social Activist

About Langston Hughes

Langston Hughes (1901–1967) was an American poet social activist novelist playwright and columnist. He was one of the earliest innovators of jazz poetry. Hughes is best known as a leader of the Harlem Renaissance. He moved to New York City as a young man. There he established his prolific writing career. His work gained notice from major publishers.

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"Hold fast to dreams, for when dreams go, life is a barren field frozen with snow."
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