Their Eyes Were Watching God

I enjoyed the lovely language Hurston weaves. Although I'm not really fond of reading stories in the vernacular form that she used, it certainly added distinct character. It's such a shame that Hurston's genius was only truly appreciated posthumously.

I read this for an undergraduate anthropology class and enjoyed it; a few years later I read it again and just loved it. The dialect might pose a challenge, but the story takes over as you read and the dialect starts to seem natural. A fascinating, intelligently constructed tale.

I read this for an English class. It was an interesting look into Southern African American life. It's a really empowering book with a strong female character who goes through a few different phases in her life according to whom she loves.

I thoroughly enjoyed reading an African American book that did not crux on victimization. The strongest part of this book is the descriptions of Eatonville, one of the first Black owned and governed town in Jim Crow America, and where Hurston grew up. However, it is hard to approach thsi book fairly as I found it overshadowed by Hurston's brilliant personality.

This had been on my list of books to read for years, before I finally read it last year. It's a wonderful love story not only between the two main characters, but with Janie and herself.

An absolutely amazing novel, a must read for anyone who enjoys reading, or who has studied african american literature, the harlem renaissance, or anything of the sort.

the southern dialect is easier to read after a while and the plot is cleverly written. im usually not a fan of post-slavery texts but this one in particular was so sweet! janie and tea cake's love is amazing.

Zora Neale Hurston's book blossoms with vivid imagery, characterization, and storytelling.

Janie is a young black girl who has just started dreaming about romance and is hurriedly married off to a thirty-year-old man who owns land and a house but knows nothing of love. Finding her situation and newfound husband despicable, she runs away and makes better for herself, experiencing joy, sorrow, freedom, and loss.

Characters and situations within THEIR EYES WERE WATCHING GOD have been connected to actual happenings and stories of Hurston's life, making this book more than a passing fictional pleasure.

I loved reading this story...when I heard that they were making a movie about it starring Halle Berry, I was ecstatic!! The movie was 10 times better! I was so glad that I had the opportunity of reading the story prior to watching the film. It made the actual characters come to life!

Of the many books I had to read in 11th grade AP English, this was my favorite. The characters are true to life and the content is rich.