... by Langston Hughes is an excellent representation of a theme that runs throughout Hughes' writing, a theme of dual identity. This theme is an effective means of illustrating the situation of black men and women in America, who cannot help but struggle with dualistic identities: belonging and not belonging, being both wanted and not wanted. It is also a reflection of Hughes ... socialism, communism, and social justice. He eventually returned to America once again and re-enrolled in college. This time he graduated. Hughes continued writing poetry throughout college and his travels. During h...

• Word Count: 2547
• Approx Pages: 10
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School