Black History Book Club: “Their Eyes Were Watching God” by Zora Neale Hurston
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The Black History Book Club concludes its summer season with a discussion of Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston on Aug. 31.
First published in 1937, the novel follows Janie Crawford’s journey toward self-definition across love, loss, and independence in early 20th century Florida. Hurston’s use of regional dialect, folklore and interior reflection helped reshape American literature and positioned the book as a foundational text in Black and feminist literary traditions.
This free event begins at 5:30 p.m. at 1213 N. Central Ave., at Tampa’s Black History Museum. Participants are invited to gather for a community-centered conversation that reflects on the power of Black authors, lived experience and storytelling as a means of cultural preservation and shared understanding. Copies of the book are available through the Tampa Bay History Center Museum Store or online retailers.
First published in 1937, the novel follows Janie Crawford’s journey toward self-definition across love, loss, and independence in early 20th century Florida. Hurston’s use of regional dialect, folklore and interior reflection helped reshape American literature and positioned the book as a foundational text in Black and feminist literary traditions.
This free event begins at 5:30 p.m. at 1213 N. Central Ave., at Tampa’s Black History Museum. Participants are invited to gather for a community-centered conversation that reflects on the power of Black authors, lived experience and storytelling as a means of cultural preservation and shared understanding. Copies of the book are available through the Tampa Bay History Center Museum Store or online retailers.
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Where is it happening?
Tampa's Black History Museum, 1202 N Governor St, Tampa, FL 33602, United States
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Host or PublisherTampa Bay History Center
