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Zora Neale Hurston

Mules and Men

Zora Neale HurstonNonfiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 1935

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Zora Neale Hurston

Mules and Men

Nonfiction | Anthology/Varied Collection | Adult | Published in 1935
Book Details
Pages

341

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Nonfiction

Setting

Florida • 1930s

Publication Year

1935

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

960L

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Super Short Summary

In Mules and Men, Zora Neale Hurston collects and records Black folklore from the rural American South, divided into two main parts: one section featuring 70 folktales from Florida communities and another detailing her experiences with six hoodoo practitioners in New Orleans. The book includes a Glossary, Appendix, and supplemental introductions and an afterword in later editions. The book contains the use of racial slurs and epithets, including the use of the n-word.

Informative

Mysterious

Humorous

Nostalgic

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.4

6,617 ratings

78%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Mules and Men by Zora Neale Hurston receives praise for its vivid portrayal of African American folklore and culture. Critics commend Hurston's narrative style and the rich authenticity of her ethnographic work. However, some note that the book's structure can occasionally feel disjointed. Overall, it is celebrated for its significant contribution to cultural preservation.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Mules and Men?

Readers who enjoy Mules and Men by Zora Neale Hurston are often intrigued by African American folklore, anthropology, and oral traditions. Fans of The Souls of Black Folk by W.E.B. Du Bois or Beloved by Toni Morrison will appreciate Hurston's rich storytelling and cultural insights.

4.4

6,617 ratings

78%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

341

Format

Anthology/Varied Collection • Nonfiction

Setting

Florida • 1930s

Publication Year

1935

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

960L

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