Langston Hughes & the Harlem Renaissance: Crash Course Literature 215

The video explores Langston Hughes' poetry within the context of the Harlem Renaissance, highlighting the movement's cultural and artistic impact. It discusses Hughes' use of language, his critique of racial identity, and his poetic style. The analysis of his poems 'The Negro Speaks of Rivers' and 'Harlem' reveals themes of African heritage and the deferred American Dream. The video emphasizes the evolution of language and the importance of inclusivity.

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