Lullaby - For a Black Mother Author:Langston Hughes Langston Hughes's tender poem about mothers and babies is now a gorgeously illustrated picture book. With rich language that reads as smoothly as a lullaby, this beloved American poet celebrates all mothers and babies, focusing on the African-American community. The book is a dynamic introduction to Hughes, with an end note about the poet and th... more »is special work. Also included is a little-known photo of baby Hughes with his mother. Award-winning illustrator Sean Qualls' painted and collaged artwork is full of whimsy and sweet moments. Like "little love-ones," this beautiful book is a treasure.« less