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What could a poem writer and a movie
director share? More than you think! Langston Hughes began writing poems in
high school and soon became one of America's greatest writers. Most of his
writing is about his experiences as an African American. He wrote poems about
people who worked hard through life but still found things to be happy about.
He wrote plays and books about justice (正义) for all people, and he wrote
kids' books, too. The Sweet and Sour Animal Book is a book of his animal poems.
Pictures and photos were used in the book. "Hold fast to dreams" is a
line in a famous Hughes poem. That's exactly what he did throughout his life.
When Steven Spielberg was in middle school,
he wanted to make a film. He had an idea for a film, but no money. He started a
tree-planting business and made his film with the money he earned. Spielberg
never stopped making films, even after many film schools refused him. Today he
is one of the most popular and important film — makers in the
world. His films are about people who are adventurous (爱冒险的), brave and kind. His characters often fight for what is good. Some
of his films are about his Jewish background, such as Schindler's List.
Spielberg once said," I don't dream that much at night because I dream for
a living." In different ways, both Hughes and Spielberg have encouraged
people of all ages to reach for their dreams.
