Douglas D. Schumann Library & Learning Commons: ENGL 2200: English II (Prof. Khan): Langston Hughes

Digital Resources on Langston Hughes

Langston Hughes: "Harlem"
The text of the poem, with a link to a study guide.
Langston Hughes: "The Negro Speaks of Rivers"
The text of the poem.
Langston Hughes: "The Negro Artist and the Racial Mountain" (1926)
In this essay, Hughes describes the challenge of describing the experience of black existence in a society that does not value blackness.
Langston Hughes: 'The Weary Blues" (1926)
Langston Hughes' first collection of poetry.
Langston Hughes: African Americans Who Left their Stamp on History (Video)
A documentary on the life and work of Langston Hughes (26 mins).
Langston Hughes Reads His Poems (Audio)
Hughes reads his poetry and offers stories about his life (50 mins.). Includes "A Nego Speaks of Rivers."
PBS: Poetry in America with Lisa New: "Harlem" (Video)
A discussion and appreciation of Langston Hughes' famous poem (26 mins.).