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Book of American Negro Poetry

Otto Leland Bohanan

Book of American Negro Poetry

Book of American Negro Poetry

Otto Leland Bohanan

The Book of American Negro Poetry, edited by James Weldon Johnson and first published in 1922, is a pioneering anthology of African-American poetry. It features significant works by notable poets such as Paul Dunbar, W.E.B. Du Bois, and Claude McKay, aiming to elevate the visibility of Black literary contributions. This collection is essential for understanding the historical context and artistic expression of African-American writers in the early 20th century.

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