"Let us keep the dance of rain our fathers kept and tread our dreams beneath the jungle sky."
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Arna Bontemps (1902-1973) was a prominent African American poet, novelist, and librarian, whose work captured the richness of Black life and culture during the Harlem Renaissance. Born in Louisiana and later moving to Los Angeles, Bontemps's literary contributions include celebrated works like "We Be Big" and "God Sends Sunday," which reflect his deep engagement with the African American experience. His legacy endures not only through his writings but also as a guiding figure in literature and education, inspiring future generations of writers and thinkers.
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