5.+Novel+Essay

Raven Burton 02/ 11/ 10 4B Author's sometimes write stories that are based on reality due to situations that the author observed. For instance, in the novel __Their Eyes Were Watching God__, author Zora Neal Hurston had three husbands like her main character Janie. There were events in the novel that mirrored Zora Neal Huston’s life; by sharing some events of her life the author thought she could be an inspiration to her readers.

In Janie's first marriage, her husband Logan was an ideal husband at the start of the marriage. Later in the marriage, Janie learned that she needed to stand up for herself, when Logan expected her to do her and his work. “Come help me move dis manure pile befo' de sun git hot",” Tain't no use in foolin' round in dat kitchen all day long (30)".

During her second marriage to Jody, Janie learned to be more assertive and less submissive. “Janie had robbed him of his illusion of irresistible maleness that all men cherish", " But Janie had done worse, she had cast down his empty armor before men and they had laughed (75)".

In Janie's last marriage to Tea Cake, Janie learned that there are decent men around; everyone just has to search until they find the right person meant for them. “You twas' twice noble tuh save me from dat dawg (158)". Tea Cake had risked his life to save Janie. Zora Hurston drew her inspiration from her life and wrote about it into a novel to help other couples, who may have had similar experiences in their lives and to give them hope.

In my life, I personally have not encountered any of the situations because I have not yet been involved into a committed relationship. However, the author has provided an optimistic view point for future relationships.