Biography of Zora Neale Hurston - Sam Morgan

Biography of Zora Neale Hurston

By Sam Morgan

  • Release Date: 2024-12-05
  • Genre: Biographies & Memoirs

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Zora Neale Hurston, a luminary of the Harlem Renaissance, brought the richness of African American culture and folklore to the forefront of literature. Born in 1891 in Alabama, Hurston’s work, including her acclaimed novel Their Eyes Were Watching God, celebrates resilience, identity, and the human spirit. This biography traces her journey from Eatonville, Florida, to becoming one of the most influential writers of her time. Despite facing financial struggles and critical neglect during her later years, Hurston’s legacy has flourished, inspiring new generations of writers and readers. This book delves into her anthropological work, personal life, and cultural impact, providing a vivid portrait of a storyteller who reclaimed the narrative of her community with passion and authenticity.

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