Them' is a novel by Joyce Carol Oates, first published in 1969. It tells the story of a young couple, Maureen and Luther, who are struggling to make ends meet in a small town in upstate New York. The novel follows their struggles with poverty, racism, and violence as they try to build a life together. The novel is considered to be one of Oates' most powerful works, and has been praised for its unflinching look at the harsh realities of life in America.