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Langston Hughes

Langston Hughes

US
Birth: 1902-02-01 , Joplin
Death: 1967-05-22 , Nova Iorque
James Mercer Langston Hughes was an American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist who was the central figure of the Harlem Renaissance. His powerful and accessible poetry often captured the experiences, joys, and struggles of Black Americans, using rhythms and language drawn from blues and jazz music. Hughes celebrated Black culture and identity, advocating for racial equality and social justice throughout his prolific career. His work remains deeply influential, continuing to resonate with readers for its authenticity, musicality, and enduring message of hope and resilience.
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Snake

Snake


He glides so swiftly
Back into the grass-
Gives me the courtesy of road
To let me pass,
That I am half ashamed
To seek a stone
To kill him.
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Animals and Nature Consciousness and Self-Knowledge Ethics and Morality

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