Sunset in the Tropics
'Sunset in the Tropics' Summary
Sunset in the Tropics is a book of verse by James Weldon Johnson. It is a collection of 14 poems that explore the beauty and diversity of the tropics. His lyrical language brings the tropics to life, capturing the sights, sounds, and smells of this vibrant region. Johnson's vivid imagery and evocative language capture both the beauty and the harshness of the tropics. These poems are a celebration of the tropics, a lament for the loss of its natural beauty, and a call for its protection.Book Details
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James Weldon Johnson
United States
James Weldon Johnson was an American writer and civil rights activist. He was married to civil rights activist Grace Nail Johnson. Johnson was a leader of the National Associa...
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