Classic and Contemporary Poetry

BALLAD OF THE LANDLORD, by JAMES LANGSTON HUGHES            Poem Explanation     Poet Analysis     Poet's Biography
First Line: Landlord, landlord. / my roof has sprung a leak
Last Line: Judge gives negro 90 days in county jail
Alternate Author Name(s): Hughes, Langston
Subject(s): African Americans; Landlords & Tenants; Negroes; American Blacks