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Their Eyes Were Watching God
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Jenny (Reading Envy)
Aug 19, 2011 rated it really liked it
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I was actually assigned this in one of my graduate folklore courses, wish I could remember which one. Readings in Ethnography, maybe?
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Apr 16, 2007 rated it it was amazing
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This may be the least known American classic. Stunning use of language. Reading it took my breath away...
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May 29, 2007 rated it it was amazing  ·  review of another edition
My favorite book from high school. Janie's insight and contemplation on the events of her life motivated me to proceed consciously through my own life. Flowerly language and the southern drawl made the scenes come to life. I remember consuming this book with such hunger, as though the pages were my food. ...more
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