"The Fun of the Gods" is an exciting tragic novel by the African-American writer Paul Laurence Dunbar. The author immerses the reader in the world of poverty, disaster and inequality in the society of the beginning of the 20th century, where the main characters fight for survival and dignity. Each character in this book highlights important issues of racial and class inequality, revealing the painful realities of society. "The Fun of the Gods" is not only a reflection of complex relationships between people, but also a challenge to think about moral values and justice.