Summary of Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neil Hurston

In "There Eyes Were Watching God", by Zora Neil Hurston, the protagonist Janie Crawford embarks on a journey for love. Her journey leads her through the obstacles of life. Through the various tests, that Janie takes, she is able to distinguish between allies and enemies, allowing her to fulfill her mission. Nanny, Janie's grandmother inculcates Janie with her idea of love before Janie is able to make the decision for herself. Born during slavery, Nanny …

…simply kept walking, walking with the knowledge that her dreams were fulfilled. As she tells her story to her best friend Phoebe, she is unknowingly passing on her experience. Phoebe is enlightened and has an epiphany, "Ah ain't satisfied wid myself ono no'. Ah means tuh make sam take me fishin' wid him afterwards." Phoebe is no longer satisfied with the regular role of a housewife, and is inspired to accomplish her dreams as well.