Author Langston Hughes, a powerhouse of the Harlem Renaissance and best known for his poetry, published this debut novel in 1930. 

This stirring coming-of-age tale unfolds in 1930s rural Kansas. A poignant portrait of African-American family life in the early twentieth century, it follows the story of young Sandy Rogers as he grows from a boy to a man. It is a vivid exploration of growing up in a racially divided society, with an absentee father, and strong female figures. A rich and important work, it masterfully echoes the black American experience.

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