Countee Cullen (May 30, 1903 – January 9, 1946) was an American poet who was a leading figure in the Harlem Renaissance.
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Famous quotes by countee cullen:
“We shall not always plant while others reap”
—Countee Cullen (1903–1946)
“Not yet has my heart or head
In the least way realized
They and I are civilized.”
—Countee Cullen (1903–1946)
“What is Africa to me:
Copper sun or scarlet sea,
Jungle star or jungle track,
Strong bronzed men, or regal black
Women from whose loins I sprang
When the birds of Eden sang?”
—Countee Cullen (1903–1946)
“I cut my teeth as the black raccoon—
For implements of battle.”
—Countee Cullen (1903–1946)
“poor black cherubs rise at seven
To do celestial chores.”
—Countee Cullen (1903–1946)