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The Harlem Renaissance of the 20s and 30s left behind many great works of American literature. Here are several authors who contributed to the movement.

Langston Hughes remains one of literature's top poets and African-American writers. His humble history still serves as an inspiration to many.

When one mentions the Harlem Renaissance, the name Langston Hughes reverberates as one of the most prominent writer of the era.

The Harlem Renaissance, simply put, was a cultural movement that celebrated and uplifted the culture of African-Americans while redefining Negro expression.

During the Harlem Renaissance, African-Americans for the first time had a real reason to experience pride and rejoice in their identity.

The Harlem Renaissance stands as one of the most prominent movements in African-American culture and American history. Following the Civil War and Great Migration, African Americans developed the notion of the "New Negro" through their intellectual and artistic talents.

Second Half of Voices from the Harlem Renaissance

The Harlem Renaissance started a period, for African Americans, that hasn't truly ended in regard to a proliferation of art, literature and philosophy.

The cultural differences and views within the Black community during the Harlem Renaissance.

After Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation in 1863, the freed slaves were quick to realize only their inherent rights as human beings but the unique spirit of their intellect and culture as well.

This is my Cultural Essay for my English 201 class. It analyzes some poetry and events of the Harlme Renaissance

This is a brief history of the birth of the Harlem Renaissance.

A literary analysis of Langston Hughes' "Harlem."

While some black artists embrace their race, others want to be known solely for their career, especially Bernie Mac who doesn't want to be known as a black comedian.

Even though NMU has tried to make the school more diverse, is the English department really ready for this? Have black students supported the literary canon becoming diverse? How do you speak up to a teacher?

Jean Toomer and Zora Neale Hurston's writing were heavily influenced on the American South and the small southern town.

An overview of the movie "Against the Odss: the Artists of the Harlem Renaissance.

An overview of some of the great minds that contributed to the Harlem Renaissance

Voices from the Harlem Renaissance

Hip Hop artist and poet Komplex pleases crowd at the seventh annual Harlem Renaissance Festival in Landover, MD.

A response paper about the text Voices From the Harlem Rennaissance.

The poet, columnist, playwright, essayist and novelist whose name came to be associated intimately with Harlem was born James Mercer Langston Hughes on February 1, 1902 at Joplin, Missouri to James Nathaniel and Carrie Hughes.

Beautiful and completly original, the Sugar Hill Harlem Inn is an out of the way spot you should check out

A roundup of the best op/ed submissions to Associated Content the week ending June 10.

Founded by the Dutch as a separate colony from Manhattan, Harlem was the home to many different peoples. After the Civil War freed blacks chose Harlem as their new home in New York City, transforming this quaint neighborhood into a cauldron of music, culture and crime.

Walking around Harlem with a guide is probably one of the best ways to discover the buildings and events that grew this area of Manhattan into the special place that it is today.

In order to fully understand what Langston Hughes conveys in his poem "Theme for English B" one must understand who the author is and where he is coming from historically. Hughes was a staple in the Harlem community, and a major player in the Harlem Re..

The literary and artistic explosion that occurred in black America from roughly 1910 to 1940 is often referred to as the "Harlem Renaissance." Creative African American literature and art blossomed from all over the country.

Harlem gets a sweet taste of urban renewal as new restaurants spring up in the areas above 125th Street

The next time you take a trip to the Big Apple, try and cross the 125th street barrier...or better yet, take a walk on it.

A college research paper for my art history class

A behind-the-scenes type of view at a poem about African-American prostitution

Harlem, Manhattan is a neighborhood that has gone through a great renaissance in recent years. The older apartment buildings and brownstones have been, and still are binging renovated to their former glory.

East Harlem A.K.A. The Barrio A.K.A. Spanish Harlem has been going through a renaissance of sorts in recent years with many new condo developments going up, but it still retains the spirit and the flavor of the people.

The variety of new restaurants and cafes that are located in Harlem, New York

The writers of the Harlem Renaissance express a belief in the value of some nationalist ideals while also expressing the ability to foster such ideals without having to break away from the nation, without having to leave America.

Have you heard of the Last Poets before? You may think oh they are poets, yeah. Well you may think their musicians, their actually both.

African Americans have contributed to American literature through fiction, non-fiction, poetry and drama since the 1700s. Here are just some of the many notable contributors.

During the 1990s, a new generation of Black writers emerged in the spotlight to continue the literary tradition of giving voice to its experiences as Black people in the African Diaspora.

African American history encompasses almost four hundred years of struggle, achievement and contribution to America and the world. Here are some websites where you can discover that history for yourself.

A look at some of the interesting places to visit in New York City outside of a circumscribed area.

There are some top places for kids in New York City to visit. Being in the big city may be very overwhelming for children. For us the buildings look normal but for them the buildings are giant and very scary.

Here is a compiled list of places in New York City that offer free wi-fi access. Print it and keep it in your backpack and next time you need to know the closest wi-fi location, you'll know where to head.

If you're in New York City on the 4th of July, there are several events that attract a lot of people.

Famed Houston Preacher Joel Osteen heads up two nights at Madison Square Garden as his intercontinental tour hits New York City

The New York City School System has been named the most improved urban school district in the nation and has a3warded the Board Prize for Urban Education. This prize is awarded annually and is the most prestigious education award in the country.

There is something about dining out for brunch in New York City. Sunday brunch is the perfect ending to a busy New York City weekend. After a weekend of sight seeing, club hopping, and shop, shop, shopping, brunch is a great way to wind down and relax.

New York City has tons of free entertainment, including a number of venues that show films. Whether it's Bryant Park or one of the Hudson River Park Piers, there are plenty of free options available.

This article discusses the different holiday events offered in New York City to include Christmas Tree lighting's, holiday lights, musicals, and other special events. Locations and street directions are also provided.

Bartending can be a very lucrative job, with top bartenders making as much as $40 an hour. And in New York City that is quite possible.