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Langston Hughes
Langston Hughes (James Mercer Langston Hughes, 1902-1967) was an African-American author, playwright, and poet involved with the "Harlem Renaissance" period of literature (1920-1940).
demands for equal civil rights
a period of great achievement by African-American writers, artists and performers
Langstons work was famous because he was an American poet, novelist, playwrighter, short story writer, and columnist. Hughes is also known for his work during the Harlem Renaissance. Lastly and mostly Langston Hughes is perhaps the best known African American poet ever.
Langston hughes its in the American journal on page 705
Wallace Thurman was an American novelist, editor, and literary critic associated with the Harlem Renaissance movement in the 1920s. He is known for his novel "The Blacker the Berry" and his contributions to publications like "Fire!!" and "Nigger Heaven." Thurman's work often focused on issues of race, sexuality, and class within the African American community.
Alain Locke was an American philosopher, writer, and educator, best known as a leading figure of the Harlem Renaissance. He served as a professor of philosophy at Howard University and was influential in promoting African American culture and identity. Locke's work emphasized the importance of cultural pluralism and the role of the arts in shaping societal values. He is often referred to as the "Dean of the Harlem Renaissance" for his contributions to literature and philosophy during this pivotal cultural movement.
The English renaissance, not British. Yes Shakespeare was the best known author of that period.
Being where New York City is located
a period of great achievement by African-American writers, artists and performers
A Boom of cultural expression using music, art, dance, and literature in the African American community. This peaked in the 1920s- 1930s.