Arna Bontemps

American librarian and poet

Arna Bontemps - American librarian and poet
Born

October 13th, 1902
122 years ago

Died

1973
52 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

Links & References

Contributed significantly to the Harlem Renaissance as an author, poet, and librarian. Bontemps wrote several acclaimed works, including the poetry collection "Black Thunder" and the historical novel "Filled with Thunder." Bontemps served as a librarian in various capacities, promoting literature and culture within the African American community. Researched and wrote about African American history and literature. Bontemps also held teaching positions at institutions including Fisk University.

Wrote the poetry collection 'Black Thunder'

Authored the historical novel 'Filled with Thunder'

Served as a prominent librarian and educator

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