“The first meal was an object lesson of much variety. My father produced several kinds of food, ready to eat, without any cooking, from little tin cans that had printing all over them.”
Book:The Promised Land
Quote by Mary Antin
Work
The Promised Land
The story follows the lives of individuals and families as they navigate the complexities of moving to a new country and integrating into a foreign culture. more
Author
Mary Antin
Mary Antin was an American author born on June 13, 1881, and died on May 15, 1949. She is known for her works focusing on immigrant experiences and social changes, with her most notable work being 'The Land of the Spotted Dog'. more
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