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This is a discussion topic for the September 2024 Book of the Month, "Odyssey of High Hopes: A Memoir of Adversity and Triumph by Cyrus A. Ansary

What is your overall opinion of the book? What do you like most about it? What do you like the least? What did you think of the writing style? What genre is the book? What genres are woven into the text? What did you think of the cover and title? What was the greatest lesson you learned from the book? Will you recommend the book to other people? Why or why not?

Please remember to add your actual rating using the book's page on the Bookshelf.

This book is so enticing to read—it's instructive! Learning about the customs and culture of a foreign land is always fascinating. Given the recent unrest in the Middle East, it is inspiring to hear of those who have shown such tenacity. As soon as I get time, I love to read it.

I haven't read this book yet but, after reading the synopsis and the short autobiographical blurb about the author, I'm so excited to read it. I love a story about a person overcoming insurmountable odds, especially one in which they were born, and becoming not only extremely successful, but a pillar of their community, culture or country. Mr. Ansary did just that. I can't wait to read this.

I just finished the book and uploaded my review. You can read it when it comes up. I wish I could find more books written by people's stories of their entire life. I was amazed.

Could you write a story of your life with such detail? What would you include in your life story?

I loved the book cover. The small child resolved to change his world. It was touching.

The genre is non-fiction. I liked the background of the history of Persia, its place in the world. I like reading about the world in the 1970's and how the countries worked together before and now. It was interesting to relive that time in history.

Judy Burr wrote: ↑01 Sep 2024, 16:35 I just finished the book and uploaded my review. You can read it when it comes up. I wish I could find more books written by people's stories of their entire life. I was amazed.

Thanks for your words helpful for taking the decision.

Judy Burr wrote: ↑01 Sep 2024, 21:40 The genre is non-fiction. I liked the background of the history of Persia, its place in the world. I like reading about the world in the 1970's and how the countries worked together before and now. It was interesting to relive that time in history.

excellent words and point of view.

I haven't had the time to read the book but from the reviews I've seen so far—it will be a great addition to anyone's library.

I am in the process of reading "Odyssey of High Hopes: A Memoir of Adversity and Triumph" by Cyrus A. Ansary. So far I love the book. It has been educational and inspiring. I love the detail and the history included in the story. It is interesting to see how people live in other countries and learn how the copy with the same things we face.

I think this book should be a required reading for high school students. He also has another book about George Washington, that I would like to read.

I haven't read this book yet but I have my eyes on it. After reading the review I like the storyline a lot. I usually love reading memoirs about perseverance, and surviving times of adversity. So, I am looking forward to reading this one.

This book is so enticing to read—it's instructive! Learning about the customs and culture of a foreign land is always fascinating. Given the recent unrest in the Middle East, it is inspiring to hear of those who have shown such tenacity. As soon as I get time, I love to read it.

I'm really enjoying the book thus far. It has been inspirational and instructive. I adore the story's historical details and level of detail. Observing how individuals live in different nations and discovering how they deal with similar issues to our own is fascinating.