Janies emancipation - The gaze of the Other in Zora Neale Hurstons "Their Eyes Were Watching God"

The exploration of societal labeling reveals how individuals are often categorized based on appearance and assumptions. The paper discusses examples such as a woman with short hair being presumed a lesbian and the surprise at a disabled person's athletic prowess. It examines the implications of these stereotypes and challenges the reader to reconsider preconceived notions about identity and capability. Through this analysis, the author highlights the complexities of human perception and the limitations of societal labels.