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Melodies of the Weary Blues: Classic Poems Illustrated for Young People

Publisher: HarperCollins

Contributors:

Langston Hughes (Author)

Various (Illustrator)

Contributors: Langston Hughes (Author) ; Various (Illustrator)

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BISAC categories: Juvenille Fiction -> Poetry (see also Stories in Verse) ->

BISAC categories: Juvenille Fiction -> Social Themes -> Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance

BISAC categories: Juvenille Fiction -> African American & Black -> General

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A gorgeously illustrated centennial of Langston Hughes' first book of poetry, The Weary Blues, this picture book includes select poems paired with vibrant artwork by more than twenty talented Black illustrators, including award-winners Oge Mora, Frank Morrison, Janelle Washington, and more!

Brought to new life by lively illustrations on every page, Melodies of The Weary Blues introduces Langston Hughes' intimate reflections on the Black experience in America to young readers in a fresh and approachable way. Featuring poems like "Dream Variation," "Winter Moon," and "The Negro Speaks of Rivers", Hughes' still resonant words shine like never before for readers everywhere.

Includes an introduction by the editor, Shamar Knight-Justice, Langston Hughes' biography and timeline of life, and biographies of all the contributors.

ISBN-10: 0063327058
ISBN-13: 9780063327054
Author: Hughes, Langston, Various
Publisher: HarperCollins

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780063327054

ISBN-10: 0063327058

Publisher: HarperCollins

Publish Date: January 20, 2026

On Sale Date: January 20, 2026

Language: English

Pages: 48

Dimensions: 10.18 × 10.3 × 0.41 in

Weight: 1.12 lbs

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