The book "Zora Neale Hurston And Their Eyes Were Watching God" offers an in-depth analysis of the construction of the female identity of the main character from the eponymous novel by Zora Neale Hurston. It highlights the cultural and historical contexts that led to the creation of the work, particularly during the time of the Harlem Renaissance in the United States. The initial chapters introduce readers to the central themes that will be addressed later on and provide an overview of Hurston as an author as well as the social conditions of her time. Additionally, the translation of the novel into Brazilian Portuguese is examined, focusing on the challenges and turning points that the translator had to navigate. The aim is to present solutions for future translations of works by African American writers into Portuguese.