Three plays

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Hurston, Zora Neale, 1891-1960

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Three plays: Lawing and Jawing; Forty Yards; Woofing" by Zora Neale Hurston is a collection of stage plays written during the early to mid-20th century. The book showcases African American culture and experiences, frequently incorporating humor and social commentary. The plays are reflective of Hurston's unique voice and immersive storytelling that highlights the intricacies of life within the African American community. The first play, "Lawing and Jawing," unfolds in a courtroom setting in Waycross, Georgia, where Judge Dunfumy presides over a series of humorous cases that highlight the absurdities of the judicial system and societal norms. The comedic exchanges between the characters bring light to serious issues such as domestic violence and poverty, yet are presented in a satirical manner. "Forty Yards" takes place at a football game, capturing the vibrancy of the African American community rallying around their teams, filled with songs, cheers, and competition. Lastly, "Woofing" presents a lively street scene in Waycross, focusing on domestic dynamics, flirtation, and the everyday life of its characters through playful banter and music. Overall, these plays explore themes of identity, community, and resilience, all while bringing to life the rich culture of African American life in the early 20th century. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

E-text prepared by Charlene Taylor and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously provided by the American Memory Project of the Library of Congress (http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 94.0 (5th grade). Very easy to read.

Release date is 2005-11-29