Their eyes were watching God is a timeless and lyrical novel that tells the story of Janie Crawford, an African-American woman who sails for love, identity and independence in the southern twentieth century. Through three weddings and a journey of self-discovery, Janie seeks her own voice in a society that tries to silence her.

In the context of Florida Rural, Zora Neale Hurston combines rich folklore, poetic language and deep emotional perception of creating a powerful exploitation of gender, race and freedom. First published in 1937, the novel is now considered a cornerstone of Afro -American literature and feminist writing. It is a deep narrative of a woman's search for meaning, love and autonomy in a world shaped by difficulties and beauty.