Jacques Roumain
Haitian politician and poet (1907-1944) · Haiti · On the map · Politicians · Died at 37
Jacques Roumain was a Haitian writer, politician, and Marxist. He is considered one of the most prominent figures in Haitian literature. Langston Hughes translated some of Roumain's works, including Gouverneurs de la Rosée, which was also adapted to film.
Jacques Roumain is read about 57 times a day, in 17 languages.
A typical day, 30 days to 15 October 2026
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About this person
Country
Haiti
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1907 to 1944 · aged 37
