Janie Crawford

Janie Crawford is a central character from Zora Neale Hurston's novel "Their Eyes Were Watching God." She is a Black woman who seeks personal fulfillment and autonomy through her life, relationships, and self-discovery. Throughout the story, Janie navigates love, independence, and societal expectations, striving to find her own identity beyond external pressures. Her journey highlights themes of self-awareness, resilience, and the pursuit of happiness, portraying her as a confident, determined individual asserting her voice in a world often restrictive of her desires.