The Negro Speaks of Rivers

Introduction

The study is related to the poem “The Negro Speaks of Rivers” by Langston Hughes. In the poem, the poet shows awareness of Pearl Primus on the place given to African people from immigration and slavery. Moreover, in the poem, the poet presents a story of the evolution of black man to America. Negro Speaks of Rivers demonstrates racial dignity and pride. The poet incorporates tone, free verse and symbolism in order to create an apparent picture of the evolution of black man in America in the poem.

Discussion

Negro Speaks of Rivers applies the use of symbolism ...