1640 results for 'Hughes, Langston'

The Short Stories of Langston Hughes showcases the author's literary growth and development over four decades. This collection brings together stories that have long been out of print, alongside...

Young Langston Hughes was a dreamer. He dreamed about heroes like Booker T. Washington, who was black just like him. When he heard the clackety-clack of train wheels, he dreamed about the places it...

The Iron Man 50th Anniversary Edition by Ted Hughes A 50th Anniversary edition of a beloved tale, featuring the original wood engravings by Andrew Davidson. The Iron Man has come to the top of the...

Disciplines of a Godly Woman explores 15 vital practices for cultivating a deeper relationship with God, even in the midst of a busy life. Drawing on biblical teaching, personal stories, and...

A love story that shines a light in the darkest hour, THE LETTER by Kathryn Hughes is a heartwarming tale of hope and redemption. When Tina discovers an old letter in a charity shop, it sets her on a...

Justice in a Time of War: The True Story Behind the International Criminal Tribunal for the Former Yugoslavia by Pierre Hazan. The establishment of an international criminal tribunal to prosecute war...

Not Without LaughterA powerful debut novel from Langston Hughes, exploring the experiences of everyday black people during the Harlem Renaissance.This moving story follows Sandy as he navigates the...

The God-Kings of Europe: A Lineage Traced to Jesus Christ Professor Hugh Montgomery presents a groundbreaking study that challenges conventional understanding of European history. By meticulously...

Discover the art of making Asian dumplings with this fun and informative comic book cookbook. Chef Hugh Amano and comics artist Sarah Becan invite you to explore the world of Eastern dumplings, with...

The Great Arab Conquests: How the Spread of Islam Changed the World We Live In In this engaging history, Hugh Kennedy explores the stories of the people, armies, and events that shaped the world over...

A collection of 100+ heart-warming recipes that also happen to be packed with good things that help keep us healthy. Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall's approach is generous, adding the best whole...

The Battle of Kilsyth, 15 August 1645: A Turning Point in Scotland's Civil War The Battle of Kilsyth, fought on 15 August 1645, was a pivotal moment in Scotland's struggle for independence during the...

Visit the Normandy Invasion Beaches and Battlefields with Confidence This practical guidebook is designed to help you make the most of your visit to the Normandy area, where the D-Day landings took...

Three years of your life are spent on the toilet, and when you have nothing to do but poo, perching on the porcelain can be very boring. But with this book, you can make the most of your time...

A Cycle of the West: A Sweeping Saga of the American West John G. Neihardt's masterpiece is a sweeping saga of the American West, infused with wonder, nostalgia and a keen appreciation of epic...

Langston Hughes' autobiography is a vivid account of his life and experiences as an African-American in the early 20th century. Born in 1902, Hughes recounts his time in Harlem and Paris, sharing...

Ian Hugh Smith's comprehensive guide to wooden boatbuilding covers a range of construction methods, including traditional clinker dinghies, epoxy strip planking, and carvel planking. With over 80...

I Wonder as I Wander: An Autobiographical JourneyLangston Hughes recounts his life in vivid detail, taking readers on a journey through the turbulent 1930s. From Cuba to Russia, Japan and Spain, he...

The Falklands Commando is a gripping account of the author's experiences during the Falklands War. In 1982, Captain Hugh McManners led a five-man forward observation team on a perilous mission to...

Thirteen classic poems are paired with playful parodies in this engaging collection. Poems by Robert Frost, Langston Hughes, Emily Dickinson, and David McCord are reimagined in humorous and...

A comprehensive anthology of 20th-century poetry, featuring works from major writers such as T.S. Eliot and Sylvia Plath. This collection brings together some of the greatest poems of the past...

The Ways of White Folks is a powerful collection of short stories by Langston Hughes, a poet and writer often referred to as the 'Poet Laureate of Harlem'.These fourteen stories explore the...

This powerful photography book is based on Langston Hughes's classic poem, "My People". Acclaimed photographer Charles R. Smith Jr. brings to life vivid sepia photographs that capture the beauty and...

Plutarch's Lives, Volume 2 is a comprehensive social history of the ancient world, offering insights into the lives and personalities of its most influential figures. This collection of biographies...

The Weary Blues, Langston Hughes's first published collection of poems, was an instant success upon its release. Over ninety years later, it remains a powerful and thought-provoking work that...

Why Bushwick Bill Matters explores the life and legacy of a groundbreaking musician who defied conventions with his music and message.Born with dwarfism, Bushwick Bill was a central figure in the...

Gay Voices of the Harlem Renaissance by A.B. Christa Schwarz explores the literary phenomenon of the Harlem Renaissance through the lens of same-sex-interested men. This groundbreaking study focuses...

Over 700 poems carefully selected to inspire young readers, from William Shakespeare to Langston Hughes and covering topics such as pets, playtime, family, nature, and nonsense.This comprehensive...

The Ways of White Folks Stories by Langston Hughes is a collection of vibrant and incisive short stories that explore the complex interactions between Black people and white people in America during...

Langston Hughes' Not Without Laughter tells the story of Sandy Rogers, a young African American boy growing up in a small Kansas town. Set against the backdrop of the early twentieth century, this...

This collection brings together a diverse range of poets from past and present, including Chaucer, Shakespeare, Wordsworth, Whitman, Dickinson, Thoreau, Keats, Blake, Hopkins, Elizabeth Bishop, Ted...

Oxford AQA History for a Level: the Making of Modern Britain 1951-2007 Revision Guide by J. M. A. Hugh is a comprehensive revision guide for students preparing for their AQA History exams. This book...

Scaling People: A Practical Guide to Company Building and Scaling Claire Hughes Johnson, a seasoned executive from Google and Stripe, shares her expertise on building and scaling a successful company...

The Flowering Hawthorn by Hugh Ross Williamson This beautifully illustrated book explores the legend of the Thorn of Glastonbury, a famous and mysterious hawthorn tree that has flowered every...

Bond 11+ English Comprehension Papers 9-10 Years is a practical guide to building comprehension skills in preparation for the 11+, Common Entrance examinations and SATs. This step-by-step approach...

Tomorrow Is Beautiful A beautiful poetry collection to lift your spirits and offer comfort when needed. This anthology brings together a selection of classic and contemporary poems, carefully chosen...

The Bee Gees in The 1970s Decades by Andrew Mon Hughes, Grant Walters, and Mark Crohan The Bee Gees' story is one of dizzying highs and devastating lows, spanning a decade of unparalleled success and...

Stanley Joseph Hughes M.B.E.'s memoir offers a unique glimpse into the life of a Catholic family living in India during a period of significant social change.As the British were increasingly revered...

Langston Hughes' Five Plays presents two powerful stories of women's lives in America. In "Tambourines to Glory", two friends from different walks of life come together to form a church, using their...

American Poetry: A Very Short Introduction by David Caplan explores what makes this vast and diverse genre distinctive. At its core, American poetry is driven by two competing characteristics: a...

A beautiful first collection of poems by Shirley Hughes, winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal twice. This wonderful collection captures the world of childhood, exploring the joys and wonders of the...

David Amram's memoir, Offbeat, is a lively account of his friendship with Jack Kerouac and their shared adventures in the creative community of 1950s America.The story takes readers from the coffee...

John Heilpern's collection of essays explores the significance of music in twentieth-century African American literature. The Orphic theme, which originated in ancient Greek mythology, is...

Harlem: Mecca of the New Negro is a seminal collection of essays and interviews that offers insight into the Harlem Renaissance. Edited by Alain LeRoy Locke, this publication brings together...

A powerful collection of poetry from renowned artists, challenging the assumptions of our poetry-deprived society. This anthology brings together over 400 deeply moving poems from celebrated writers,...

A collection of 50 inspiring poems with a beat, featuring a range of artists from hip hop and poetry. This book is accompanied by a CD containing over 30 performances, including unique...

The Story Time: Essays on American Children's Literature from the Betsy Beinecke Shirley Collection brings together innovative voices to explore the fascinating tales behind beloved books. This...

Langston Hughes' "Not Without Laughter" is a poignant and powerful exploration of black life in America. First published in 1930, this novel tells the story of a young boy's awakening to the...

Half American: The Heroic Story of African Americans Fighting World War II at Home and Abroad by Matthew F. DelmontThis groundbreaking history sheds new light on the pivotal role played by African...

Discover the lives of African American heroes from one of America's most vibrant periods. The Black Stars series brings to life the stories of great black men and women who shaped history during the...

Yolanda Renee King's powerful tribute to her grandparents, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Coretta Scott King, is a stirring message for children everywhere.This picture book text, written by the...

Of Vagabonds and Fellow Travelers recovers the history of writers, artists, and intellectuals of the African diaspora who responded to the changing world order during the Cold War. Cedric R. Tolliver...

A comprehensive anthology of American sonnets, featuring a diverse range of poets and critical essays that explore the genre's historical and theoretical perspectives. This collection brings together...

100 Queer Poems is a vibrant anthology that celebrates the diversity of queer voices in poetry. Curated by Mary Jean Chan and Andrew McMillan, this collection brings together a range of poets from...

Elizabeth Alexander's essays explore the diverse world of contemporary African American artistic life, examining the roles of prominent figures such as Gwendolyn Brooks and Langston Hughes alongside...

A thought-provoking exploration of American literature for our troubled times. Ilan Stavans examines the nation's identity through its books, tracing the country's development from indigenous past to...

A diverse collection of stories that celebrate the power of music to bring people together. This anthology features a range of authors, including Flaubert, Turgenev, Proust and Nabokov, alongside...

The Spanish Civil War left an indelible mark on literature. This collection of thirty-eight stories brings together some of the most vivid and poignant writing from the conflict, featuring writers...

The Art of Dramaturgy by Anne Cattaneo is an in-depth exploration of this lesser-known theatre role. A dramaturg's unique blend of artistic and analytical skills brings a work of theatre to life,...

Death has been a muse for modern poets, and Jahan Ramazani explores this fascination in his study of the elegy. From Langston Hughes's lynch poems to Sylvia Plath's father elegies, poetry has sought...

A collection of 50 great poems chosen by famous celebrities for their inspiration and meaning. This enchanting anthology features a diverse range of poets, from classic to modern, including Emily...

Carl Van Vechten's Nigger Heaven is a novel that generated intense controversy upon its publication in 1926. The title was seen as scandalous, but the book itself is a nuanced and vibrant portrait of...

The Orphic theme has been a powerful force in twentieth-century African American literature. This collection of nine essays explores how music is depicted as a mystical and spiritual power that can...

Allie Esiri's A Poem for Every Summer Day is a beautiful collection of verse that brings the warmth of summer to life. This charming poetry book features a range of poems, from familiar favourites to...

Yusef Komunyakaa's Blue Notes is a collection of essays, interviews, and commentaries that explore his approach to contemporary poetry and music. The book is divided into four sections, each offering...

A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry is a landmark drama that explores the hopes and aspirations of a struggling working-class family living on the South Side of Chicago. Written over 60 years...

A collection of over sixty articles from leading commentators on the black experience offers a fascinating exploration of African American folklore. Spanning diverse perspectives and voices, this...

The Lynching of Emmett Till: A Documentary Narrative by Christopher Metress explores one of the most pivotal moments in American history. In 1955, the brutal murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till sparked...

A poetry book like no other, with beautiful endpapers and a reversible cover jacket that allows you to choose your preferred pronoun from HE, SHE, THEY and US. This anthology celebrates queerness in...

Blue Notes: Jazz, Literature, and Loneliness explores the complex relationship between jazz music and literary representations of loneliness. Sam V. H. Reese examines how writers have used jazz as a...

A Raisin in the Sun by Lorraine Hansberry is a landmark drama that explores the hopes and aspirations of a struggling working-class family living on the South Side of Chicago. Set against the...

A collection of original noir stories set in Washington D.C., featuring works by notable authors such as Edward P. Jones, George Pelecanos, and Ross Thomas. The Akashic Books series continues its...

Here's A Little Poem: A Very First Book of Poetry is a vibrant collection of over sixty poems that celebrate the joys of childhood. Gathered from renowned poets, including Margaret Wise Brown and...

Poetry Speaks Who I Am is a collection of over 100 remarkable poems about you, who you are, and who you are becoming. Dive in to find the poem that resonates with you.This unique book features more...

Seventy-seven songs from around the world are gathered in this collection, featuring words and sheet music for solidarity, revolt, humor, and revolution. Compiled from several generations, these...

The Colonial Moment: Discoveries and Settlements in Modern American Poetry by Jeffrey W. Westover explores how five major poets - Marianne Moore, William Carlos Williams, Robert Frost, Hart Crane,...

Blanche Knopf was the driving force behind Alfred A. Knopf, a company that helped define American literature. In 1915, she co-founded the firm with her husband and went on to become a key figure in...

This practical handbook explores traumatic experiences and their effects on children at different stages of development. It examines what constitutes trauma in childhood, including its symptoms,...

Bring the glamour of the 1920s to life with this authentic vintage colouring book. Featuring 24 pages of beautifully detailed line drawings of ladies' fashions from the Jazz Age, you can relax and...

The final instalment of the Wool trilogy. In the aftermath of the uprising, the people of Silo 18 are coming to terms with a new order. Some embrace the change, while others fear the unknown. The...

We're going on a treasure hunt. Join four bunnies on a thrilling pirate adventure as they search for ten hidden gold coins under flaps. With obstacles like leaping dolphins, colourful parrots, and...

Thomas Lang, a former Scots Guard, has turned to a rather unusual line of work - as a hired gun. However, he's not one for cold-blooded murder. When offered a substantial sum to eliminate an American...

Discover the ancient knowledge of Third Eye Awakening, a comprehensive guide to unlocking the secrets of the Third Eye chakra. This powerful tool allows individuals to tap into cognitive functions...

This comprehensive guide shows you how to make a range of delicious and refreshing drinks using honey, apples, pears, and garden fruits. From alcoholic to non-alcoholic, you can enjoy these drinks...

Rugby puzzles and activities to keep you occupied in the comfort of your own home. If you can't watch the match, this book is the next best thing. With its collection of sporty puzzles, activities...

Running a limited company can be a complex and time-consuming process, with many legal duties and formalities to follow. This book provides clear advice and guidance on the procedures to follow and...

Mathematics A Complete Introduction: Teach Yourself Get a solid understanding of mathematics with this comprehensive guide. This book covers a wide range of topics, from numbers and angles to algebra...

Alina and her granny live in a lighthouse by the sea, a home filled with the warmth of Granny's magical stories. As her memories begin to fade, Alina is worried about how to bring them back. One day,...

African American Poetry: 250 Years of Struggle & Song is a comprehensive anthology that gathers 250 poets from the colonial period to the present. Spanning over two and a half centuries, this...

Dust is the final book in the Silo trilogy, a gripping science fiction series that explores the world of the silos. In this conclusion to the story, the choices made by the characters could lead to...

Discover the art of foraging for free, nutritious food in your own backyard. This comprehensive guide shows you how to identify and harvest wild edible plants and fungi, providing a sustainable and...

Bug Club Phonics - Phase 2 Unit 3 is a phonics-based reading book designed to help children learn to read by the age of six. Part of the Bug Club family, this book follows the order of Letters and...

The technology to create robots smaller than human cells has been outlined, with the potential to revolutionise medical diagnosis and repair. However, this technology also poses a significant risk if...

A giant of iron lies broken on the rocky ground. As his parts stir, he begins to reassemble, his hunger growing with each passing moment. The Iron Man is ready to walk again, and his appetite is...

A splashy adventure awaits as Alfie discovers a problem with his new boots. The boots are perfect for walking through puddles and stamping in mud, but they're causing a bit of a mystery - Alfie's...

Alfie is out of doors, and the great outdoors is full of exciting adventures. From playing in the garden to exploring the countryside, Alfie discovers a world teeming with animals and full of wonder...

The African American Sonnet: A Literary History by Timo Müller explores a rich and often overlooked tradition in African American poetry. From the nineteenth century to the present, this book delves...

A brilliant account of the creative explosion in Harlem during the 1920s, this book offers a unique perspective on African-American life and culture. By blending history, literature, music,...

The Nimrod MRA4: A High-Capability Multi-Mission Aircraft. The Nimrod MRA4 was a ambitious project aimed at providing the British Royal Air Force with a versatile aircraft for anti-submarine warfare,...