Chapter 20 of the novel “Their Eyes Have been Watching God” by Zora Neale Hurston is a pivotal second within the story. It marks a turning level within the protagonist Janie Crawford’s journey in the direction of self-discovery and liberation.
After enduring two failed marriages, Janie lastly finds real love and happiness with Tea Cake Woods. Nonetheless, their idyllic life is minimize brief when Tea Cake is bitten by a rabid canine and dies. Janie is devastated by his demise, however she finally finds the power to maneuver on and dwell her life on her personal phrases.