A Black woman in Florida tells the story of her three marriages and her search for her own voice
What it is about
Janie Crawford comes home to Eatonville, Florida, and tells her friend about her life. She speaks of three very different marriages and of finding her own sense of independence. Hurston writes in the dialect of her characters, giving the book a distinctive sound.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who like classic American literature and strong voices.
What you will get
A beautifully written novel that rewards a slow read. The dialect takes a few pages to get used to.
Their Eyes Were Watching God Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Classics · Independence · Love · Identity
Length
219 pages · ≈ 6 h
More about this book
Characters
Janie Crawford and the men in her life.
Setting
Florida in the early twentieth century, from small towns to the Everglades.
What makes it different
A lyrical voice and strong dialect make the book sound alive.
Feel
Poetic, earthy and rich.
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