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Diction In Harlem By Langston Hughes

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Essay: Harlem “What happens to a dream deferred?” in the text “Harlem” by Langston Hughes it’s a poem about a broken dream. The two poetic devices found were Diction and syntax. He gives descriptive details that spark the reader's four senses; touch, smell, taste, and sight. Hughes uses diction to explain his tone which is unsure of his knowledge and feelings. He uses the word “Deferred” which is often to be negative and it can be heartbroken. He gives a heavy tone and it seems to be overbearing. He also gives a negative tone until he says “syrupy sweet” changing to a less negative tone making it seem a bit lighter and kinder. When Hughes is writing his poem he uses syntax, in the text he uses a dash and question marks and short stanzas, to
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