Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Langston Hughes
This site provides a biography of Langston Hughes, followed by several of his poems (some complete with audio clips) and a bibliography of his more influential works.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois: Modern American Poetry: Sterling A. Brown (1901 1989)
An extensive look at the life and works of Sterling A. Brown of the Harlem Renaissance. With links to specific poems and analysis, a biography, and related topics.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Georgia Douglas Johnson
Learn about Georgia Douglas Johnson, an important Harlem Renaissance poet and playwright. List of suggested readings included.
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Anne Spencer
Learn about the life and works of Harlem Renaissance poet Anne Spencer who lived her entire life in Virginia and fought for equal rights for African Americans.
University at Buffalo
University at Buffalo: The Jean Toomer Pages
The Jean Toomer Pages surveys the life and work of this Harlem Renaissance poet and novelist.
Other
Blues Online: Langston Hughes' Weary Blues
Langston Hughes' collection of "Weary Blues" is posted on this page by Blues Online. With eleven poems and a picture of the Harlem Renaissance poet.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Sti Lesson 2: Langston Hughes and the Blues
Explore relationship between music and poetry in this African-American history lesson on Langston Hughes, the Harlem Renaissance, and other artists such as Bessie Smith, John Hammond, the Beatles, and the Rolling Stones.
Black Past
Black Past: Cullen, Countee
The brief encyclopedia article tells about Countee Cullen, famous poet of the Harlem Renaissance.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Countee Cullen
This site has a biography on the poet Countee Cullen (1903-1946 CE). Includes a photograph and a selected bibliography.
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Reading Guide to Langston Hughes
This guide discusses Langston Hughes's body of poetry, as well as briefly analyzing characteristics in several individual poems. The site also offers an interview with writer Afaa Weaver regarding Hughes's works, discussion questions, a...
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: Sterling A. Brown
Excellent biography citing influences on the famous author's work. Links to contemporaries of the era.
PBS
Literature & Life: Renaissance
Some of the African-American writers and poets who were prominent in the early part of the twentieth century are featured on this page. They were important voices during what became known as the 'black Renaissance'. Here, you can listen...
Howard University
Howard University: Sterling A. Brown, a Literary Tribute
This tribute article discusses the author as a professor, critic and Poet Laureate.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois: Modern American Poetry: On "From the Dark Tower"
The Harlem Renaissance poem "From the Dark Tower" by Countee Cullen along with an analysis of the poem.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: American Passages: Rhythms in Poetry: Langston Hughes
Poet laureate Langston Hughes is featured in this brief biography highlighting his vast collection of writings, particularly his poetry, which drew upon racial and self awareness in America. See "Langston Hughes Activities" for related...
My Hero Project
My Hero: Langston Hughes
This introduction to the life and writing of Langston Hughes profiles the poet who emerged with the Harlem Renaissance to earn "a place amongst the greatest poets America has ever produced."
Academy of American Poets
Poets.org: "The Negro Speaks of Rivers" by Langston Hughes
Contains an audio recording and a text of the poem "The Negro Speaks of Rivers" by Langston Hughes provided by the Academy of American Poets.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Langston Hughes
This resource focuses on the works of famous African-American author, Langston Hughes.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois: Modern American Poetry: Gwendolyn Brooks, Biography
Detailed account of the writer's life. Contains references to contemporaries, influences and motivations in her career.
Other
The Poetry Archive: "I, Too" by Langston Hughes
From The Collected Poems of Langston Hughes, by permission of David Higham Associates, a recording from The Dream Keeper and Other Poems and a written version of "I, Too", written by Langston Hughes are provided on this site. Multiple...
Other
Poets' Corner: Harlem Shadows: The Poems of Claude Mc Kay
A collection of seventy four poems by Claude McKay. With an introduction by editor Nelson Miller highlighting his life and great works.
Huntington Library
Huntington Library: The Poetry and Prose of Langston Hughes [Pdf]
In this lesson, 11th graders explore how the poetry of Langston Hughes reflected political and social issues of the time and how literature can support social change.
Black Past
Black Past: Hughes, Langston
This encyclopedia article is a brief biography of Langston Hughes, the influential poet during the Harlem Renaissance.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois: Modern American Poetry: Claude Mc Kay
A biography and analysis of the life of the famous author, as well as literary criticism as well as online poems, letters and a bibliography. Includes many quotes and his poetry.