What is Fenton Johnson known for?

Fenton Johnson is recognized as an important figure in early 20th-century African American literature, particularly for his contributions to poetry and his role as a pioneer of the Harlem Renaissance.

What is the best way to start reading Fenton Johnson?

New readers might begin with his poetry collections like "Visions of the Dusk" or "Songs of the Soil" to experience his distinctive lyrical style and themes.

Fenton Johnson

1888 – 1958

Books: 9
Followers: 0

About

Fenton Johnson is the author of The Poetry of the Negro, 1746-1970. This important collection showcases a significant body of work within American poetry.

Top genres

Poetry Essays Non-Fiction Biography & Memoir Literary Fiction

Featured works

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The poetry of the Negro, 1746-1970

A. B. Magil

Poetry

Tell me true

Annette Kobak

Librivox Short Story Collection 092

Fenton Johnson

LibriVox Short Story Collection #92

Keeping Faith

Fenton Johnson

Geography Of The Heart

Fenton Johnson

Series

Minor Notes, Volume 1 : Poems by a Slave; Visions of the Dusk; and Bronze

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Frequently asked questions

Fenton Johnson is recognized as an important figure in early 20th-century African American literature, particularly for his contributions to poetry and his role as a pioneer of the Harlem Renaissance.
New readers might begin with his poetry collections like "Visions of the Dusk" or "Songs of the Soil" to experience his distinctive lyrical style and themes.