From the crime-filled alleys of South Tehran to the heights of global finance, Odyssey of High Hopes tells the extraordinary story of Cyrus A. Ansary’s journey to the American dream.
With determination as his compass, a skinny teenager escapes poverty, fights for an education, and builds a life against impossible odds. A Marine and Columbia Law School graduate, Ansary offers an inspiring and unflinching memoir full of humor, heartbreak, and hope.
Told with passion and wit, this rollercoaster tale shines a light on the trials of youth and the transformative power of resilience. Odyssey of High Hopes is a testament to perseverance, capturing the triumphs and tribulations of forging a future beyond one’s past.