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Langston Hughes

/ˈlæŋstən ˈhjuːz/

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American iconic poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist, a leading figure of the Harlem Renaissance

Langston Hughes' poetry about Black American life continues to resonate with readers across the globe.

Etymology

Langston was a given name derived from the Old English words "lang" meaning long and "tūn" meaning settlement or farm. Hughes is a patronymic surname originating from the medieval given name Hugh, meaning "heart, mind, spirit".

Translations

简体中文
兰斯顿·休斯
繁體中文
蘭斯頓·休斯
日本語
ラングストン・ヒューズ
한국어
랭스턴 휴즈
Português

Related Words

Harlem Renaissancepoetrysocial activismracial justice

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