Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick

Hitting a Straight Lick with a Crooked Stick is a captivating collection of stories by Zora Neale Hurston, featuring eight previously "lost" tales from the Harlem Renaissance that are now accessible to readers for the first time. This anthology explores themes of love, migration, gender, class, racism, and sexism, showcasing Hurston's unique voice and her deep connection to African American folk culture. The stories, characterized by her sharp wit and cultural insight, highlight her significance as a pioneering figure in American literature and enrich our understanding of her contributions to the literary tradition.