Chapters 19 and 20: journal

The novel is structured so that the begining and ending of the novel take place in the familiar porch setting. This is to create a sense of ease, comfort, and consistency, that helps to create the very personal, laid-back appeal of Their Eyes Were Watching God. Also the novel is from the perspective of Janie looking back upon her past- in order to to create a very conclusive feeling for every event which takes place.