HUGHES, LANGSTON, 1901 to 1967
Langston Hughes
American writer and social activist.
- Books
- 6
- Editions tracked
- 10
- First editions
- 5
- Nationality
- United States
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read Langston Hughes's books in?
In publication order they begin with Not Without Laughter (1930), then The Ways of White Folks (1934) and The Big Sea (1940). Books in a series are listed in series order on this page.
What was Langston Hughes's first book?
The earliest book we list is Not Without Laughter, first published in 1930.
When was Langston Hughes born?
Langston Hughes was born in 1901 and died in 1967.
How many Langston Hughes books does MyVolumes track?
We track 6 books by Langston Hughes across 10 editions, 5 of them first editions.
How do I know if my Langston Hughes book is a first edition?
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