"Their Eyes Were Watching God" is a novel written by Zora Neale Hurston and published in 1937. The book is set in the early 20th century in Eatonville, Florida, an all-black town, and tells the story of Janie Crawford, a young woman who embarks on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. The novel explores themes of race, gender, and class, as well as the human search for identity, love, and freedom. The book is known for its rich, colloquial language and its portrayal of a strong and independent Black female protagonist. It was not well-received upon its initial publication but later gained recognition as a classic of African American literature, and a pioneering work in the genre of feminist literature. Hurston was a prominent figure in the Harlem Renaissance and a writer, anthropologist, and filmmaker, who is celebrated for her contributions to the literary and cultural heritage of the United States.