The Weary Blues
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The Weary Blues

By Langston HughesNarrated by Ako Mitchell
Length21m

About this audiobook

Inspired by the rhythm of Harlem nights, The Weary Blues is a landmark collection of poetry that captures the beauty, sorrow, and resilience of Black life in America. Blending jazz rhythms with vivid storytelling, these poems pulse with longing, pride, and the search for freedom — as powerful and relevant today as when they were first published. Langston Hughes was one of the leading voices of the Harlem Renaissance. Known for his lyrical poetry and deep celebration of Black culture, he transformed American literature with works that spoke honestly about identity, injustice, music, and hope.

Audiobook details

GenrePsychology
Length21 mins
Narrated byAko Mitchell
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateJun 4, 2026
LanguageEnglish

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