Langston Hughes
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 1972 · Est. 3.5 hour read

Langston Hughes

Written by Montrew Dunham

Part of the Childhood of Famous Americans series

Discover the roots of a poet who captured African American life.

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192 pages· 24,216 words· Est. 3.5 hour read· 860L
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Bookroo's summary

Explore the formative years of Langston Hughes, a poet whose words echo the everyday struggles and triumphs of African Americans. What shaped his voice and vision? Uncover the influences that molded a literary icon.

From the publisher

Focuses on the early years of the well-known poet, Langston Hughes, whose writings reflect the everyday experiences of African Americans.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
192
Words
24,216
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
860L
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
6.1
F&P level
~T
AR points
4
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
13708
Publication
Published
August 1, 1995
First published
January 1, 1972
Publisher
Aladdin
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780689717871
LCCN
LC 93-21128
OCLC
28800569

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