675 Zora Neale Hurston (with Cheryl Hopson) | Jack Kerouac's Newly Discovered Writings
The History of Literature
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Zora Neale Hurston: A Journey Through Career and Relationships
This chapter explores the early career of Zora Neale Hurston, focusing on her influential fieldwork and key literary milestones like her essay 'How It Feels to Be Colored Me'. It also delves into her tumultuous personal relationships, examining how they affected her creative freedom and emotional well-being. The discussion highlights the reception of her notable work 'Their Eyes Were Watching God', shedding light on its initial critiques and the societal context of its publication.
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