I would say that this book is pretty accurate when it comes to the historical events and social issues. Now, the book doesn't really talk about one specific event in history, however the book does take place in the 1930s. There are many ways that you can tell this book is written during that time period. That brings me to the social issues. Obviously, Janie is not treated equally compared to Logan, Jody, or Tea Cake. Back in that period of time, women were not considered equal to men. For example, instead of being able to visit with Jody and his friends on the porch outside of the store, Jody insists that she stay inside and watch for incoming customers.(Hurston, 53) Also, one of Janie's best features is her long, beautiful hair. Jody however, insists that she put it up in an ugly head wrap so that other men do not look at her.(Hurston, 55)Basically, he tried to take away some of her femininity.
This book's thematic significance, I would have to say is about finding out who you are in life. Janie matured a lot throughout her life, but it took her whole life, and all of those marriages to get to that point. I think that is what this book is really all about.
Hurston, Zora Neale. Their Eyes Were Watching God. New York: HarperCollins, 2000. Print.
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