Langston Hughes: Leading Voice of the Harlem Renaissance | Biography

Langston Hughes was the leading voice of the Harlem Renaissance, whose poetry showcased the dignity and beauty in ordinary black life. The hours he spent in Harlem clubs affected his work, making him one of the innovators of Jazz Poetry. Find out more about his life in this short biography. #Biography

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