Washoe County Library System

A brief profile of African American poet Langston Hughes accompanies some of his better known poems for children.

“Dream Variation,” one of Langston Hughes's most celebrated poems, about the dream of a world free of discrimination and racial prejudice, is now a picture book stunningly illustrated by Daniel Miyares, the acclaimed creator of Float.To fling my arms wideIn some place of the sun, To whirl and to danceTill the white day is done.Langston Hughes's inspiring and timeless message of pride, joy, and the dream of a better life is brilliantly and beautifully...

The inspirational words of Hughes' poem are brought to life through a collection of sepia-colored photographs that capture the diverse features, hearts, and souls of its subjects.

A board book adaptation of Langston Hughes's beloved poem celebrates the endearing love between a mother and a baby and is complemented by painted collage illustrations.