“My father's motto has always been 'Room in the heart, room in the house.' As charming as this sounds, it translates into a long line for the bathroom and extra loads of laundry for my mother.”
Quote by Firoozeh Dumas
Work
Funny in Farsi: A Memoir of Growing Up Iranian in America
Funny in Farsi is a personal narrative that explores the cultural and linguistic challenges faced by the author as she navigates her identity between two worlds. The book offers a unique perspective on the Iranian-American experience, filled with humor and heartwarming anecdotes. more
Author
Firoozeh Dumas
Firoozeh Dumas is an acclaimed Iranian-American writer and humorist, recognized for her insightful narratives about growing up in Iran and the United States. Her work often explores the cultural differences between the two countries and the challenges of maintaining one's identity in a new environment. more
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