Countee Cullen (born Countee LeRoy Porter; May 30, 1903 – January 9, 1946) was an American poet, novelist, children's writer, and playwright, particularly well known during the Harlem Renaissance.
Countee Cullen is primarily recognized as a central figure of the Harlem Renaissance, celebrated for his lyrical poetry that often explored themes of racial identity and classical forms.
For readers new to Countee Cullen, "Color" is an excellent starting point as it was his debut collection and contains many of his most famous poems, showcasing his distinctive style.
Countee Cullen published all of his known works under his birth name, Countee LeRoy Porter, though he later adopted Cullen as his surname.
