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What was Hughes' first poetry collection?

  • The Weary Blues

  • Montage of a Dream Deferred

  • Fine Clothes to the Jew

  • Shakespeare in Harlem

Answer

The Weary Blues was Langston Hughes' first poetry collection, published in 1926. It showcased his unique style, blending jazz rhythms and the experiences of African Americans in the early 20th century. The collection explored themes of love, loss, and the struggle for identity, establishing Hughes as a leading voice of the Harlem Renaissance.
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