First published 2001
Collected in the 1920s, these hilarious, soulful folktales reveal the heart and humor of Black life in the rural South. From tall tales about God and the Devil to witty one-liners on love and mistaken identity, Hurston's lively storytelling weaves a vibrant tapestry of African American culture, tradition, and resilience.
Genres: fiction, short-stories, 20th-century, african-american, folklore, cultural
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, lyrical
Tropes: found-family, resilience
Period: 20th-century
279 pages · HarperCollins