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In the life of Langston Hughes, art and the fight for justice and equality were indistinguishable. He was the Harlem Renaissance leader and a prominent author of the movement that was called jazz poetry. His verse is simple, communicative, his ideas bright. His poems are printed all over the world.

Langston Hughes, American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright and author of I, Too, The Weary Blues, The Negro Speaks of Rivers and The Dream keeper and Other Poems.

A powerful quote from one of the greatest poets from the Harlem Renaissance, Langston Hughes. This line comes from his famous poem about equality, "I, Too". This is an item from our literary collection which pays homage to the literary giants who have shaped the way we see the world. From Langston Hughes’ inspiring verses to Jane Austen's witticisms, our designs transport you to worlds of imagination and enlightenment. Wear the words that resonate with your soul, and celebrate the authors who have left an indelible mark on literature. Surround yourself with the power of words and let your favorite authors inspire you every day. Click on the “Literature” album in our storefront to see all our authors and quotes!

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Langston Hughes, American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright and author of I, Too, The Weary Blues, The Negro Speaks of Rivers and The Dream keeper and Other Poems.

”I swear to the Lord I still can’t see why democracy means everybody but me.” —Langston Hughes. I still can’t see why democracy means everybody but me, Langston Hughes, Black, History design

Black History Month: Langston Hughes, Hold fast to dreams. For if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly -- A stylized greyscale illustration of novelist, playwright, and social activist Langston Hughes on a Dark Background

Langston Hughes quote: I am so tired of waiting, Aren't you, For the world to become good And beautiful and kind?

Langston Hughes, American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright and author of I, Too, The Weary Blues, The Negro Speaks of Rivers and The Dream keeper and Other Poems.

Black History Month: Langston Hughes, Hold fast to dreams. For if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly -- A stylized greyscale illustration of novelist, playwright, and social activist Langston Hughes on a Dark Background

Here is a portrait of young Langston Hughes (1902-1967), one of the most prominent American poets of the 20th century. About his poetry, Langston said, “I tried to write poems like the songs they sang on Seventh Street... had the pulse beat of the people who keep on going." The portrait has been created digitally based on an early photograph taken by James Weldon Johnson / Muray Studios. If you are the copyright owner and believe I have not properly attributed your work, please inform me for suitable action.

Here is a portrait of young Langston Hughes (1902-1967), one of the most prominent American poets of the 20th century. About his poetry, Langston said, “I tried to write poems like the songs they sang on Seventh Street... had the pulse beat of the people who keep on going." The portrait has been created digitally based on his early photographs.

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Langston Hughes quote: I am so tired of waiting, Aren't you, For the world to become good And beautiful and kind?

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Maya, Langston, James, Gil Scott-Heron. Amiri Baraka, Zora Neale Hurston, Gwendolyn Brooks, Lucille Clifton, revolutionary writers, makes this shirt a must for lovers of African American literature.

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A Quote from "Let America Be America Again" by Langston Hughes: "Let America be America again. Let it be the dream it used to be."

A Quote from "The Black Man Speaks" by Langston Hughes: "I swear to the Lord, I still can't see, Why Democracy means Everybody but me."

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A Quote from "April Rain Song" by Langston Hughes: "Let the rain kiss you. Let the rain beat upon your head With silver liquid drops."

A Quote from "Note in Music" by Langston Hughes: "Life is for the living. Death is for the dead. Let life be like music. And death a note unsaid."

A Quote from "April Rain Song" by Langston Hughes: "Let the rain kiss you. Let the rain beat upon your head With silver liquid drops."

A Quote from "I, Too" by Langston Hughes: "I, too, sing America. I am the darker brother. They send me to eat in the kitchen When company comes."

A Quote from "Dreams" by Langston Hughes: "Hold fast to dreams, For if dreams die, Life is a broken-winged bird That cannot fly."

A Quote from "Harlem" by Langston Hughes: "What happens to a dream deferred? Does it dry up Like a raisin in the sun?"

A Quote from "Dreams" by Langston Hughes: "Hold fast to dreams, For when dreams go, Life is a barren field Frozen with snow."

Writer and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston was an essential member of the Harlem Renaissance. She researched the African-American folklore and daily life, drawing inspiration from it. Her most recognized work was Their Eyes Were Watching God.

With this image, we celebrate American and Jamaican poet Claude McKay who was one of the pillars of the Harlem Renaissance.

Writer and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston was an essential member of the Harlem Renaissance. She researched the African-American folklore and daily life, drawing inspiration from it. Her most recognized work was Their Eyes Were Watching God.

A Quote by Langston Hughes: "I look at the world and I notice it's turning. While my guitar gently weeps."

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Writer and anthropologist Zora Neale Hurston was an essential member of the Harlem Renaissance. She researched the African-American folklore and daily life, drawing inspiration from it. Her most recognized work was Their Eyes Were Watching God.

"I, Too, Am America" is a proclamation that Black Americans be treated equally; it is yearning for equality through perseverance while disproving the idea that patriotism is limited by race. "Black Lives Matter" is a call for all to "empathize with us." Appreciate and embrace our racial differences and acknowledge the pain and hurt feelings. Feelings are not to debate; feelings just are. 8 minutes and 46 seconds is how long George Floyd, while handcuffed, had a cop's knee pressing into his neck suffocating Floyd to death.

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