In a world filled with constant reminders of Gender roles, Hurston uses them as one of the various themes throughout Their Eyes Were Watching God to add an underlying message to society. Female gender roles include not being as strong as men, never in charge, pretty to look at, and several more. While in contrast male gender roles are typically portrayed as having dominance and being the “hero” to a woman.
Hurston expresses the gender roles given at this time in society by displaying Janie conforming to the beliefs of her various husbands.
When Janie meets Jody, he instantly appeals to her for his charm and belief of how women should be treated in comparison to her previous husband, Logan. Joe says to charm Janie, “You ain’t got no business
Hurston expresses the gender roles given at this time in society by displaying Janie conforming to the beliefs of her various husbands.
When Janie meets Jody, he instantly appeals to her for his charm and belief of how women should be treated in comparison to her previous husband, Logan. Joe says to charm Janie, “You ain’t got no business