The Collected Poems of Langston Hughes edited by Arnold Rampersad

"The Collected Poems of Langston Hughes" is an anthology of the poetry of Langston Hughes, an American poet, social activist, and novelist. The collection was edited by Arnold Rampersad, an American literary critic and biographer, and was first published in 1994.

The collection includes all of Hughes' published poetry, including his famous "Harlem Renaissance" works, as well as his later poetry, which dealt with more political and social issues. The poems are arranged chronologically, allowing readers to trace the development of Hughes' style and themes throughout his career.

Langston Hughes is considered one of the most important poets of the 20th century, and is often referred to as the "Poet Laureate of the Harlem Renaissance." His poetry is known for its powerful and evocative imagery, its celebration of African American culture and heritage, and its focus on the lives and struggles of working-class people. He wrote during the harlem Renaissance, a movement of African American art, literature and culture that took place in the 1920s and 1930s.

The collection has received critical acclaim for its comprehensive representation of Hughes' poetry, and for Rampersad's detailed and insightful introduction and annotations. Many critics have praised the collection for its ability to showcase the full range of Hughes' talents, as well as his ability to capture the essence of the African American experience in his work.

The collection is an important resource for anyone interested in the poetry of Langston Hughes, and it is widely used in literary studies and African American studies courses. Langston Hughes was a leading figure in the Harlem Renaissance and his work is considered an important representation of the African American experience during the early 20th century.