Product Description

The first novel by the noted black novelist, folklorist, and anthropologist. Originally published in 1934, it was praised by Carl Sandburg as "a bold and beautiful book, many a page priceless and unforgettable."

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1187474 in Books
• Published on: 1990-02-01
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 240 pages

Ingram
Based loosely on her parents, the author tells the story of John Buddy Pearson, an affable, handsome, strong-bodied young man who loves too many women for his own good.

About the Author

Zora Neale Hurston, author of Their Eyes Were Watching God, captivated millions of readers with the potent imagery, soulful characterization, and spirited dialogue in her writings. The Six Fools, Lies and Other Tall Tales, The skull Talks Back, and What's the Hurry, Fox? introduce Zora Neale Hurston's legacy to young people. She was born in Notasulga, Alabama, in 1891, and died in 1960.