Melvin B. Tolson

Melvin Beaunorus Tolson (February 6, 1898–August 29, 1966) was an American Modernist poet, educator, columnist, and politician. His work concentrated on the experience of African-Americans and includes several poetic histories. He was a contemporary of the Harlem Renaissance, and although he was not a participant in it, his work reflects its influences. Liberia declared Melvin B. Tolson as its poet laureate in 1947.

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February 6 - 1898 - August 29 - 1966 - American - Modernist poet - African-American - Harlem Renaissance - Liberia - Poet laureate - 1947

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