Zora Neale Hurston was a prominent African American writer, folklorist, filmmaker, and anthropologist known for her influential works often focusing on African American folklore, culture, and contemporary issues, blending storytelling with sociocultural insights.
Hurston's legacy continues to inspire discussions about race, gender, and identity in American literature.
This guide features titles in the Olin Library written either by Hurston or about her legacy and impact, as well as resources to begin your research.
Most books by and about Hurston can be found in call numbers starting with PS3515.U789. Circulating books in this call number range can be found on the 4th floor of the Olin Library. The books listed below are likely to be of particular interest.