The poem "I, Too" by Langston Hughes is an excellent representation of a theme that runs throughout Hughes' writing, a theme of dual identity. ... Understanding this poem, and its place in the larger context of Hughes' work, requires an understanding of Hughes' life. ... In order to understand the context and imagery of "I, Too," it is also necessary to examine another of Hughes' poems, "Cubes." ... In opening the poem in this way, Hughes is declaring Cubism to be a style representative of the elite, white classes. This is key to the understanding of the whole poem. ...

• Word Count: 2547
• Approx Pages: 10
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School